Meta Advocates for App Stores to Enforce Australian Ban on Social Media for Under-16s

In a recent announcement, Meta has positioned itself at the center of a pressing legislative debate in Australia regarding the use of social media by minors. The tech giant has proposed that app stores should bear the responsibility of enforcing a new ban that prohibits users under the age of 16 from accessing social media platforms. This proposal emerges in light of growing concerns over the potential harm social media may pose to younger audiences, particularly with respect to mental health and safety.

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