Reddit and Kick added to child social media ban:
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Australia Bans Social Media Use for Under-16sStarting December 10, nine platforms including Reddit and Kick must restrict under-16 accounts or face fines up to $49.5 million.
Key FactsNov 4, 2025 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: abc.net.au
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: abc.net.au
- Australia is implementing a pioneering ban on social media access for users under 16, effective from December 10.
- Nine services such as Reddit, Kick, Snapchat, and TikTok are classified as age-restricted due to their focus on online social interaction.
- Platforms failing to prevent underage accounts risk penalties reaching $49.5 million under the new regulations.
- The eSafety Commission highlights the need to protect children from harmful content and provides resources and webinars for parents.
We aren't chasing perfection, we are chasing a meaningful difference.— Communications Minister Anika Wells discussing the goals of the age restrictions on social media.
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- Australia's parliament has passed a law prohibiting social media access for children under 16.
- Platforms like TikTok and Facebook face significant fines for failing to comply with the ban.
- Despite widespread support, concerns arise regarding the law's impact on children's mental health and its practicality.
- Critics argue the ban may isolate children and push them towards more dangerous online alternatives.
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