⛔️ Australia sets age limits on social media for under-16s
Starting November 2025, Australia will require social media platforms to verify users’ ages to block access for those under 16. Platforms that fail to take “reasonable steps” could face fines of up to $32M. Lawmakers fast-tracked the decision, despite tech companies like Google and Meta pushing for delays until after an age-verification trial wraps up.
The good news? Age checks won’t require sensitive data like passports. This bold move aims to protect kids' well-being – will the rest of the world follow suit? We don't think so.
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Starting November 2025, Australia will require social media platforms to verify users’ ages to block access for those under 16. Platforms that fail to take “reasonable steps” could face fines of up to $32M. Lawmakers fast-tracked the decision, despite tech companies like Google and Meta pushing for delays until after an age-verification trial wraps up.
The good news? Age checks won’t require sensitive data like passports. This bold move aims to protect kids' well-being – will the rest of the world follow suit? We don't think so.
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