Inside Australia's social media ban for children | Sunday on 60 Minutes
In a Nutshell
Australia passed the world's first law forcing social media platforms to block accounts for children under 16. Other countries are now adopting similar measures. The ban creates major stakes for both children's wellbeing and big tech profits, with platforms accused of actively trying to undermine its success.
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Last year, Australia became the first country in the world to force many social media companies to prevent children under 16 from having accounts. Other countries are now following Australia's lead. There are high stakes for children as well as big tech's bottom line. >> You're not eligible. >> Other countries are now following Australia's lead. There are high stakes for children as well as big tech's bottom line. You're saying they were the ones trying to make it a failure and arguably they still are.
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