Australia Bans Social Media for Teens, Meta Complies

Australian teenagers on Instagram, Facebook, and Threads are receiving notifications about impending account closures due to a new social media ban for under-sixteen users. The ban, effective December tenth, impacts popular platforms like TikTok, YouTube, X, and Reddit. Meta, the platform owner, is sending messages to users believed to be thirteen to fifteen, with deactivation starting December fourth. Users can challenge the restriction with a video selfie or ID verification. The ban aims to protect young people from social media pressures and risks. The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.