Australia's Social Media Ban for Teens Sparks Global Debate

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A YouGov poll reveals that 77% of Germans support a ban on social media for under-16s, similar to a new Australian law. The survey indicates widespread concern over the harmful effects of social media on youth, with 82% believing it negatively impacts children and teenagers. Australia's law, effective in a year, will fine platforms like TikTok and Facebook for non-compliance, though enforcement methods are still being developed. Critics worry the ban may push teens to unregulated online spaces.
- Most in Germany want Australia-style social media ban: poll DW (English)
- Australian Parliament bans social media for under-16s with world-first law The Associated Press
- Clinical psychologist weighs in on Australia’s social media ban for kids: ‘We need to protect those brains’ Fox News
- Australia PM Albanese says Musk pushing agenda for X in social media ban criticism Reuters.com
- Teen News Boss Criticises Australian Social Media Ban Barron's
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