Parliament of Australia

Australia Passes Landmark Social Media Ban for Minors: Experts Debate Impact

A groundbreaking Australian law banning minors under the age of 16 from accessing social media platforms has sparked intense debate among experts, educators, and parents. Hailed as one of the strictest regulations of its kind globally, the legislation was passed...
Social Media

Australia Moves Closer to Social Media Ban for Children Under 16

In a landmark move to protect children from the risks associated with excessive social media use, Australia's House of Representatives on Wednesday passed a bill to ban social media for users under the age of 16. The bill, which garnered...
Social Media

Tech Giants Urge Australia to Rethink Social Media Age Restrictions for Under-16s

Australia’s government is pushing forward with a bill to bar children under 16 from most forms of social media unless age-verification systems are implemented. However, tech giants Google and Meta Platforms, along with other stakeholders, are urging the government to...
Social Media

Australia Proposes Landmark Social Media Ban for Children Under 16

Australia’s centre-left Labor government, led by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, introduced a groundbreaking Bill in parliament on Thursday that aims to ban children under the age of 16 from accessing social media platforms. The proposed legislation, touted as one of...
Bluesky

Disgruntled X Users Flock to Bluesky: A New Frontier in Social Media

Bluesky, a social media platform championed by former Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey, is emerging as a haven for disenchanted users of X (formerly Twitter). Its rise underscores a growing demand for platforms that prioritize community, moderation, and innovation over corporate-driven...
Parliament of Australia

Australia’s Push to Ban Social Media for Under-16s: A Political Promise, Practical Dilemma

The Australian government is taking bold steps to protect children from the potential harms of social media. A new proposal aims to restrict access to platforms like X, TikTok, Facebook, and Instagram for those under 16, sparking a heated debate...
Social Media

Australia to Legislate a Groundbreaking Social Media Ban for Minors Under 16

The Australian government has announced an impending ban on social media access for children under the age of 16, marking a significant policy shift in online safety regulations. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, speaking in a press conference Thursday, unveiled the...
Social Media

Social Media Giants Face Lawsuits Over Alleged Role in Youth Mental Health Crisis

Meta Platforms Inc., Google, TikTok, and Snap Inc. are facing mounting legal challenges from U.S. school districts, accusing the tech giants of contributing to a youth mental health crisis through the addictive design of their apps. The ruling by U.S....
social media

How can social media contribute to counter-terror operations?

The Indian army's counter-terror operation in Rajouri's Kalakote, Jammu and Kashmir, resulted in the deaths of five soldiers, including two young Indian army officers and a highly-trained 'commander' and his associate. The incident highlights the importance of Indian army leaders...
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