Australia's online safety regulator advises against exempting YouTube from an under-16 social media ban due to risks of exposing children to harmful content. While the platform advocates for its exemption, claiming it provides vital educational support, surveys indicate a significant usage rate among youth, with many encountering harmful material. Critics argue the exemption creates an uneven playing field in the market, raising concerns over children's mental health linked to time spent on YouTube. The debate over regulation continues, with implications for access and safety for young viewers.
The eSafety commissioner's recent youth survey indicated that 76% of children aged 10 to 15 years use YouTube, with a notable percentage exposed to harmful content.
YouTube's exemption from the under-16 social media ban was questioned by rivals like TikTok, highlighting concerns over fair regulation across competitive platforms.
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