Australia Leads Global Push to Ban Teens from Social Media
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Australia's proposed changes to social media laws, aimed at protecting those under 16, could inadvertently impact access to video game platforms like PlayStation Network, Xbox Live, and Nintendo Switch Online. The legislation, set to be introduced in 2025, seeks to ban under-16s from social media, with potential extensions to platforms like Twitch and YouTube. Companies failing to comply could face fines, raising concerns about the feasibility of enforcing age restrictions and the potential for users to circumvent the rules.
Topics:world#australia#online-safety#playstation-network#social-media-ban#technology#video-game-platforms
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