Australian users flock to new platforms after social media ban for under-16s
‘Magical numbers’ expected for some alternative apps as teenagers ‘look for somewhere else to go’
‘Magical numbers’ expected for some alternative apps as teenagers ‘look for somewhere else to go’

Under-16s will no longer be able to subscribe to popular apps under Australian groundbreaking law

Legal and legislative pressure is mounting to safeguard young people

Legislation passed last year excluded video-sharing service due to its role in education and children’s entertainment

Google-owned video platform was originally excluded from groundbreaking restrictions over educational uses

Banning addictive apps for children is not about restricting free speech, but defending free will

Proportion who are actively posting, sharing or commenting has dropped since last year