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EPISODE · Dec 9, 2025 · 1 MIN

Australia Becomes First Country to Ban Social Media for Under-16s

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Australia has blocked access to major social media platforms for children under 16, enforcing a world-first law that tech companies argue violates free speech but supporters say will protect young people.World news. 9/12/2025

Australia has blocked access to major social media platforms for children under 16, enforcing a world-first law that tech companies argue violates free speech but supporters say will protect young people.World news. 9/12/2025

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Australia has blocked access to major social media platforms for children under 16, enforcing a world-first law that tech companies argue violates free speech but supporters say will protect young people.World news. 9/12/2025

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