Australia's Social Media Ban for Teens Begins 10 Dec
Australia's world-first social media ban for under-16s starts 10 December. We explain which platforms are included, how age checks work, and if a delay is possible. Get the full details.
Australia's world-first social media ban for under-16s starts 10 December. We explain which platforms are included, how age checks work, and if a delay is possible. Get the full details.
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Two 15-year-olds launch a High Court challenge against Australia's pioneering social media ban for under-16s, set to begin on 10 December. Read the latest.
Two 15-year-olds launch a landmark legal challenge against Australia's pioneering social media ban for under-16s, set to begin on 10 December. Discover the constitutional fight.
Australian Snapchat users under 16 face account lockdown from 10 December 2025. Learn how age verification works and appeal options if wrongly banned.
Australia's world-first social media ban for under-16s starts 10 December. Discover which platforms are included, how age checks work, and the appeal process for wrongful bans.
Meta starts notifying Australian teens under 16 that their Facebook, Instagram and Threads accounts will be deactivated by December 10. Affected users can download content or return at 16.
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A former student is taking Richmond American University London to court after being expelled over impersonated social media posts. She seeks £98,000 in damages for financial and mental health impacts.
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