New age restrictions for social media
On December 10, 2025, Australia became the first country to restrict social media access for users under 16 years old. Following the ban, eSafety reported that 4.7 million under-16 accounts were deactivated. Experts warn that while challenges exist for advertisers, many restrictions on targeting children were already in place prior to the new regulations.
Take it further — get the full app and never miss a moment of what's happening in Australia.
This publisher's site can't be shown here due to their security settings.
Open full article →No source link available for this article.
Published 26 Jun 2026, 23:00 UTC · Updated 26 Jun 2026, 23:10 UTC
Summary by OZbrief Editorial. Original report: The West Australian. Editorial policy · Corrections
Trending
- 'It's who we are': Albanese issues impassioned defence of multiculturalism
- Cody Gakpo and partner Noa van der Bi announce miscarriage of son
- Court returns proceeds of house sale seized from convicted paedophile
- Abigail Velez apologizes for controversial comment about Bosnia during broadcast
- Former CFMEU chief pleads for drug trafficker tied to Big Build corruption
- Katrina Kroetch showcases women's magic talent at Melbourne Magic Festival