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Australia plans social media ban for under-16s (www.bbc.com)

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There will be no exemptions on the age limit for children who have consent from their parents. The government says that the onus will be on social media platforms to show they are taking reasonable steps to prevent access.

Albanese said there would be no penalties for users, and that it would be up to Australia's online regulator - the eSafety Commissioner - to enforce the laws.

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[–] Gullible@sh.itjust.works 24 points 1 year ago

I agree, frankly. But the age is too low. No one below 100 should be exposed to this filth.