Australia, social media

Australian children able to bypass age limit set by social media platforms, report shows
Children in Australia are able to easily bypass the minimum age limit imposed by social media platforms, a report by the country's online safety regulator showed on Thursday, ahead of a landmark ban by the government on access for those under 16.
Children routinely using social media, Australian regulator says
More than 80% of Australian children aged eight to 12 use social media or messaging services that are only meant to be for over-13s, according to new research. It comes as Australia plans to implement a total social media ban for under-16s that is expected by the end of this year.
AG Tong recommends restrictions for children on social media apps
Tong promoted a bill that would limit the social media content children can access and restrict the use of algorithms that recommend content.
WA Senate panel advances age-based restrictions for social media platforms
Proponents say the restrictions are necessary to protect children from the harms of social media, while critics question the legality of the law.
Social media use by children rife ahead of under-16s ban
Australia's internet regulator found YouTube, TikTok and Snapchat were the most popular platforms among children.
Australian kids reportedly bypass age limits to use social media
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‘Parenting issue’: Children accessing social media from young ages
Sky News host James Macpherson says young children accessing social media is a “parenting issue”. The Albanese government's proposed ban on children using social media raised concerns about its effectiveness.

Social media challenge claims 13-year-old’s life

Social media is biggest risk to children’s mental health, parents say
Parents believe social media poses the biggest threat to their children’s mental health, a recent survey has found.
We got our daughter a phone at 14. I was tired of being her social coordinator, and she didn't like getting left out of group plans.
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Kevin Franke Admits He Regrets Vlogging Family 'Every Day' as His Children Say They're Still Dealing with 'Trauma of YouTube'
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Va. House passes bill to limit minors' time on social media
The legislation would automatically require social media apps, like Instagram and TikTok, to limit use of their apps to one hour per day for children under 16.
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Virginia lawmakers pass bill to limit social media use for kids
RICHMOND, Va. — Virginia lawmakers have passed a bill limiting social media use for kids and teenagers under the age of 16.
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Livvy Dunne's Influence Refutes "Kids Off of Social Media Act"
Much to my surprise, several weeks ago I attended a hockey game where I was seated only a few rows behind distinguished ...
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A parent’s guide to social media mayhem: What teens are seeing on socials, and why it might be time to take a break
What used to be GRWM (get ready with me) vlogs, shopping advertisements, and comedic clips has swiftly erupted into breaking ...
While Elon Musk Was Chainsawing at CPAC, Grimes Publicly Begged Him for Help With Their Child’s Medical Emergency
Grimes, who has three children with the unleashed DOGE, is the latest partner in progeny to take her urgent grievances with ...