Nov 07, 2024 04:59 AM IST
Communications Minister Michelle Rowland stated platforms impacted would come with Meta Platforms’ Instagram and Fb, in addition to TikTok and Elon Musk’s X.
Australia Prime Minister Anthony Albanese stated on Thursday the federal government would legislate for a ban on social media for youngsters beneath 16, a coverage the federal government says is world-leading.
“Social media is doing hurt to our youngsters and I am calling time on it,” Albanese instructed a information convention.
Laws will likely be launched into parliament this 12 months, with the legal guidelines coming into impact 12 months after it’s ratified by lawmakers, he added.
There will likely be no exemptions for customers who’ve parental consent.
“The onus will likely be on social media platforms to display they’re taking cheap steps to forestall entry,” Albanese stated. “The onus will not be on dad and mom or younger folks.”
Communications Minister Michelle Rowland stated platforms impacted would come with Meta Platforms’ Instagram and Fb, in addition to TikTok and Elon Musk’s X. Alphabet’s YouTube would doubtless additionally fall throughout the scope of the laws, she added.
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