The new Australian law prohibits minors under 16 from using social media to protect their mental and physical health, imposing serious fines for violations.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese warned of the dangers of social media, stating that it presents a significant risk to children’s health and can reinforce harmful body image issues.
Communications Minister Michelle Rowland highlighted alarming statistics, noting that nearly two-thirds of adolescents in Australia have encountered extremely harmful online content, affecting their well-being.
Senator Jenny McAllister explained that the legislation requires platforms to implement measures to prevent minors from opening accounts, enforcing compliance through financial penalties.
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