Australia's social media ban for kids under 16 goes into effect

Australia's social media ban for children 16 and under officially went into effect at midnight local time on Dec. 10.

Why did Australia ban social media for kids under 16?

Founder and CEO of the Conversationalist Sophie Beren discusses Australia’s social media ban for children under the age of 16.
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Australia is the first country to place an official ban on social media for kids

Australia announced a ban on social media for kids, leading other countries to wonder why Australia banned it and if the new law will make a difference.

What to know about Australia’s social media ban for kids under 16

Kids in Australia will no longer be able to have accounts on social media apps like Instagram, TikTok, and Snapchat as Australia’s under-16 social media ban kicks in Wednesday.