Public debate on the ban has focused on parenting choices. But the real issue is corporate compliance, technical design, and safe spaces for young people
From December 10, children under 16 won’t be able to keep or create social media accounts in Australia. Photo: Vitaly Gariev on Unsplash
Public debate on the ban has focused on parenting choices. But the real issue is corporate compliance, technical design, and safe spaces for young people
Young people in Australia are on the verge of a profound shift in their digital lives.
The Online Safety Amendment (Social Media Minimum Age) Act 2024 has been sold by the Australian government as a straightforward fix for a range of complex problems. The policy seeks to prevent under-16s from holding social media accounts on designated platforms.
