Tuesday, 13 January, 2026
Australia Enforces Under-16 Social Media Ban as Meta Deletes 500,000 Accounts
Australia has implemented a landmark ban prohibiting children under 16 from using social media platforms to enhance online safety. In response to the strict regulations, Meta has already removed over 500,000 accounts belonging to underage users. The government-led initiative aims to protect minors from digital harms and mental health risks.
Read full story at Economic Times