'As data-minimising as possible': under-16 social media ban guidelines published
Australia's eSafety commissioner has published regulatory guidelines for social media platforms, giving effect to the government's under-16 social media ban. While the ban won't be in place until December 10th, the eSafety commissioner says they want it to be as minimally invasive as possible. Under the guidance, social media platforms will not have to verify the age of every user on their platforms.
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September 16, 20253m 53sFULL
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Australia's eSafety commissioner has published regulatory guidelines for social media platforms, giving effect to the government's under-16 social media ban. While the ban won't be in place until December 10th, the eSafety commissioner says they want it to be as minimally invasive as possible. Under the guidance, social media platforms will not have to verify the age of every user on their platforms.