Tuesday, 3 November, 2026
High Court Showdown: Australia Defends World-First Under-16 Social Media Ban
By TechShots Studio
Australia’s High Court is hearing a major constitutional challenge against the country's world-first social media ban for children under 16. Brought forward by Reddit and advocacy group the Digital Freedom Project, the lawsuit argues the law unconstitutionally restricts free speech and political communication. Meanwhile, the federal government stands firm, defending the restrictions as a vital safeguard for youth mental health and online safety.
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