Australia’s law prohibiting social media accounts for children under 16 takes effect on December 10, seeking to protect youth from online risks. Tech giants like Meta have already deactivated hundreds of thousands of accounts. Violations can result in fines up to 49.5 million AUD ($33 million). Julie Inman Grant, eSafety Commissioner, emphasized the need to safeguard children from harmful design features on these platforms. The global implications of this law could influence similar regulations worldwide.
Australia’s law prohibiting social media accounts for children under 16 takes effect on December 10, seeking to protect youth from online risks. Tech giants like Meta have already deactivated hundreds of thousands of accounts. Violations can result in fines up to 49.5 million AUD ($33 million). Julie Inman Grant, eSafety Commissioner, emphasized the need to safeguard children from harmful design features on these platforms. The global implications of this law could influence similar regulations worldwide.