Nations Ban Social Media for Kids, Prioritizing Real-World Growth
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Australia takes the lead in banning social media for under-16s, with AU$49.5M fines for non-compliance. Europe follows suit, with France, Denmark, Germany, Greece, Spain, and Slovenia considering age limits. Asia joins the movement, with Indonesia and Malaysia planning under-16 bans, and the UK consulting on restricting addictive features. Governments prioritize real-world growth over online engagement, signaling a global trend to protect youth from social media harms.
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