Tag: Australia
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The government wants tougher penalties because many young users still access major platforms despite the new rules. Officials say social media companies must do more to stop underage account creation and remove existing accounts held by children. If lawmakers approve the changes, companies could face fines of up to A$99 million for serious or repeated…
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Australia AI age verification warning has put artificial intelligence platforms on notice. The country’s eSafety regulator says it may block access to AI services that fail to verify users’ ages properly. The move follows a review that found many popular AI tools lack clear safeguards to prevent minors from accessing harmful content. Authorities argue that…
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The Australia social media ban for users under 16 has now taken effect. The new rule requires major platforms to prevent young people from holding active accounts. Authorities see the measure as a response to rising concerns about youth safety, addiction patterns and harmful online content. The rollout marks a major shift in how social…