Everything you need to know about Florida's social media ban for minors
Folks honed in on the presidential election in lieu of state politics might be surprised to learn that Florida, indeed, passed a bill that bans minors from having social media accounts. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis passed the bill, HB 3, into law after signing it on March 25. It’s set to go into effect on Jan. 1.
Swinney considers calls for child social media ban
The first minister says there is a "strong argument" for an Australian-style ban to protect youngsters.
Social Media: To Ban or Not to Ban?
Social media’s grip on young people is undeniably concerning, but outright bans may backfire. We should find solutions that hold companies accountable and protect people's agency.
Social media ban for kids, first responders harassment: these laws go into effect Jan. 1
Here's what goes into effect as of Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025. As of Jan. 1, no one in Florida under the age of 14 will be allowed to have a social media account. This controversial bill replaced one that Gov. Ron DeSantis vetoed because he wanted parents to have more of a role.
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Australia’s social media ban is a flawed approach to protecting children
Australia’s parliament just passed a groundbreaking law that bans kids under the age of 16 from using social media platforms, marking a significant shift in how the government is addressing the online safety of young people.
Live Q&A: What to Know About Australia’s World-First Social Media Ban, And What’s Next
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How Australia’s controversial social media ban for children compares to other countries
New law banning social media for children under 16 ignites debate over impact on child safety, online freedom and tech policies
Australia is about to ban social media for anyone under 16; how it will work
The law would fine social media platforms like TikTok, Facebook, X, and Instagram for failing to stop children younger than 16 years old from having accounts.
Australia approves social media ban on under-16s
Australia will ban children under 16 from using social media, after its parliament approved the world's strictest laws. The ban, which will not take effect for at least 12 months, could see tech companies fined up to A$50m ($32.5m; £25.7m) if they don't comply.
Social media’s youthful glow is going up in smoke
Social media is giving off a stronger whiff of tobacco. An Australian law banning kids from using TikTok, Instagram and Snapchat represents the latest evidence of growing fear that such apps harm developing brains.
Kids get kicked off social media (and other new Florida laws that take effect Jan. 1)
A series of new laws — including changes to how and whether minors will be allowed to use social media — will take effect in the state of Florida on Jan. 1. Here is a rundown of what to know about the new legal changes: Starting with the new year,
'A virtual seat at the family table': why older people are among the biggest users of social media
The Australian government's recent decision to ban under 16s from social media has focused attention on the harms it can ...
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Meta shares hit record high after US appeals court upholds TikTok ban
whose social media app is used by 170 million Americans. It affirmed a law, which was passed by Congress with bipartisan support and signed by President Joe Biden, that gives the U.S. government ...
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A social media ban in Australia for children under 16 is first in the world
MELBOURNE, Australia — A social media ban for children under 16 passed the Australian Parliament on Friday in a world-first law. The law will make platforms including TikTok, Facebook ...
Most US teens still use TikTok daily as ban looms
With a TikTok ban in the United States looking more and more likely, a new report from Pew Research on teen social media use ...
TikTok pays users to shop, invite friends as US ban looms
TikTok has been working to boost users’ time spent and develop shopping habits ahead of its possible ban from US app stores ...