Monday, 24 August, 2026
Log Off, Kids: New Zealand Introduces Bill Banning Social Media for Under-16s
By TechShots Studio
New Zealand has introduced the Online Safety Bill to Parliament, seeking to ban children under 16 from using high-risk platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and Snapchat. The proposed law requires tech companies to implement strict age-verification measures—such as facial scans or digital IDs—or face fines up to 10% of global revenue. Aiming to combat cyberbullying and addictive technology, the bill targets tech platforms without penalizing children or parents.
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