The Online Safety Amendment (Social Media Minimum Age) Act 2024 threatens privacy under the guise of protecting young Australians from the supposed harms of social media.
By allowing the communications minister to decide which platforms are to be banned, the legislation grants officials dangerous power, risking unfair treatment of certain services.
The vague stipulations around age verification technology will likely lead to platforms using unreliable methods like biometric scanners, compromising users' privacy.
The legislation's rapid passing with minimal public consultation raises serious concerns about the democratic process and accountability regarding children's online safety.
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