Australia Tightens Social Media Rules for Kids | Montreal News

Australia’s tightening grip on social media platforms is heating up, with new laws poised to slap record fines and force tech giants to hand over internal documents—or face the music. Six months after the initial ban, kids are still slipping through the cracks, prompting Prime Minister Albanese and Communications Minister to escalate pressure. Fines could hit $99 million, and regulators now have the power to subpoena boardroom secrets. Critics say some platforms are gaming the system, and while Australia may be setting the global standard, skeptics wonder if the penalties are truly enough to stop the big players. The eSafety commissioner is targeting Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok, and YouTube, and the bill needs Parliament’s backing—but bipartisan support is key. And it’s not just Australia: Canada, the UK, and even U.S. states are watching closely, ready to follow—or fight back. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/3722ae5be28750d9