Australia passes ‘toughest social media law’ globally; to hurt Instagram, Facebook and TikTok
Australia has enacted a law prohibiting social media access for children under 16, with tech giants facing fines up to $32 million for non-compliance. Opponents, including Meta and Elon Musk, argue the law is overly broad and infringes on children’s rights, while supporters highlight it as necessary for protecting children from online harms.