EPISODE · Jul 25, 2026 · 4 MIN
Social media giants defy Australia's under-16 ban
from Sunrise · host LiSTNR
Social media companies are reportedly defying Australia's under-16 age ban by deliberately ignoring the law and preparing for potential court challenges, using tactics similar to those employed by the tobacco industry. Industry whistleblowers claim 80% of children under 16 are still accessing social media platforms despite the ban. A US university has launched an undergraduate major in content creation, sparking debate about whether influencer careers warrant formal tertiary education.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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