Amidst ongoing concerns regarding children’s online safety, Big Tech giants have expressed strong opposition to Australia’s proposed ban on social media usage for under-16s. Representatives from Meta (Facebook, Instagram), Google (YouTube), and TikTok have argued that the ban would disproportionately impact children from low-income and remote communities, who rely on these platforms for education, socialization, and staying connected with family and friends. They contend that age verification measures are more effective in protecting young users.
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Big Tech Slams Australia’s Under-16 Social Media Ban…
Amidst ongoing concerns regarding children’s online safety, Big Tech giants have expressed strong opposition to Australia’s proposed ban on social media usage for under-16s. Representatives from Meta (Facebook, Instagram), Google (YouTube), and TikTok have argued that the ban would disproportionately impact children from low-income and remote communities, who rely on these platforms for education, socialization, and staying connected with family and friends. They contend that age verification measures are more effective in protecting young users.