#children-under-16

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fromTheregister
8 hours ago

Reddit sues Australia to escape kids social media ban

"The political views of children inform the electoral choices of many current electors, including their parents and their teachers, as well as others interested in the views of those soon to reach the age of maturity," the company's court filing states. "Preventing children from communicating their political views directly burdens political communication in Australia."
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fromBusiness Insider
1 day ago

Australia is booting kids under 16 off social media. Some senators hope the US is next: 'Our lack of action is inexcusable.'

Australia banned children under 16 from creating social media accounts, requiring platforms to block under-16 users or face fines; similar policies are emerging globally.
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