Australia Bans Social Media for Under 16s

Breaking news: Australia just became the first country in the world to ban kids under 16 from

having social-media accounts — including TikTok, Instagram, Snapchat,

YouTube, and more. Under this new law, anyone under 16 can’t sign up for

an account, can’t log in, and can’t even use social media just to scroll.

The goal is to reduce data collection, limit screen-time risks, and protect kids

from harmful content. Supporters say it’s a major step toward protecting mental health and stopping

cyberbullying. Critics say it’s overreach and could limit online freedom for young people.

But here’s the big question for Gen-Z: if one country is doing this, who’s next?