Australia will boost enforcement of its ban on social media use for children under 16 by expanding the powers of its online safety watchdog. The government will also increase maximum penalties for companies that violate the ban. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese criticized major tech firms for insufficient adherence to the new regulations, signaling a tougher stance on online child protection.
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Australia Enhances Enforcement and Penalties for Under-16 Social Media Ban
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“Australia grants its online safety watchdog stronger powers and hikes penalties to enforce its under-16 social media ban, citing poor tech company compliance.”
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