Australia Toughens Social Media Ban
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Australia is doubling fines for social media platforms that violate its ban on users under 16, raising the maximum penalty to A$99 million. This move is part of a broader international effort, with over 40 countries considering or implementing similar restrictions for youth.
Australia to double fines for platforms violating age limits
- Australia is preparing to double fines for social media platforms violating age restrictions for users under 16. - The government aims to strengthen its social media ban and increase penalties for non-compliance. - Platforms failing to prevent underage users could face fines up to AU$99 million.
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Australia to double fine on platforms for flouting teen social media ban
- Australia will double fines for social media platforms that violate its ban on users under 16. - New legislation raises the maximum penalty to Aus$99 million for systemic breaches. - The government …
Australia toughens kids’ social media ban, doubles potential penalties for tech firms
- Australia is doubling the maximum penalty for tech firms failing to enforce its ban on social media for children, increasing it to A$99 million. - The government is strengthening the internet regula…