US EditionAustralia bans YouTube accounts for children under 16 in reversal of previous stance
AUSTRALIA, JUL 30 – The ban aims to protect children from harmful content and predatory algorithms, with platforms facing fines up to AUD 49.5 million for non-compliance, officials said.
- The Albanese government decided to include YouTube in its social media ban for Australians under 16, effective December 10 this year.
- The ban follows advice from eSafety Commissioner Julie Inman Grant and concerns over harmful content exposure on YouTube, which was previously exempted.
- The legislation limits access to major social media platforms including TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, X, and Snapchat for under-16 users, excludes categories such as online gaming, messaging, education, and health applications, and enforces penalties of up to A$49.5 million for non-compliance.
- Prime Minister Albanese stated, "we stand on the side of families" and called time on social media harms to children, while YouTube vowed to "consider next steps" and continue engaging with the government.
- The inclusion of YouTube has sparked controversy and legal threats from Google, highlighting ongoing debates about protecting children and balancing platform responsibilities.
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