The government is overhauling Australia's social media laws. So what will actually change?
The "Digital Duty of Care" has the potential to be the most meaningful change to online safety laws in Australian history — even if it doesn't exactly go viral, writes national technology reporter Ange Lavoipierre.
Australia will require social media platforms to act to prevent online harm to users
Social media has been blamed for an increase in children taking their ... The duty of care framework would be underpinned by risk assessment and risk mitigation, and informed by safety-by-design principles, the minister said. Legislating a duty of care ...
Why Australia’s social media ban for kids under 16 could change parenting worldwide
Australia’s proposed social media ban for kids under 16 could reshape digital parenting worldwide. Learn how this new law prioritizes mental health, safety, and responsible online use, and why U.S. parents are taking notice.
Children under 16 'could be banned from social media' - here is everything you need to know
Ministers are considering a ban on social media access for children under 16 as they look at different ways to bolster online safety for young people. Tech Secretary Peter Kyle has said that he is "open-minded" towards the variety of proposals under review to curb internet dangers.
Australia to force social media giants to protect users from online harm
Australia plans to require social media platforms to act to prevent online harms to users such as bullying, predatory behavior and algorithms pushing destructive content, the government said Thursday.
Australia could ban social media for under 16’s
Australia is planning to ban social media for all children under the age of 16. If the ban were to be passed, it would make Australia the first country in the world to impose such a rule. Their Government have said it is acting to guarantee children’s safety online.
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Parents Welcome Instagram Teen Accounts Amid Online Safety Worries
Social media platforms are trying to make online spaces safer for kids. Parents are pleased, but there's still more to do.
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Snapchat may dodge social media ban on technicality
Communications Minister Michelle Rowland confirmed on Thursday that Snapchat could get around the age restrictions if it ...
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Augusta County youth cheer event canceled over safety concerns stemming from football game
“Safety measures were put in place, but because of the social media posts from certain individuals in other leagues, ...
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TSC resource officer discusses social media safety
The role of a school resource officer is to promote a safe learning environment through education and building relationships ...
Australia plans to ban social media for under 16s — and experts have called it a ‘momentous step’
Australia's government has proposed a social media ban for children under the age of 16 which experts have described as a ...
Safety, educational videos resurface online in China after deadly car attack
Educational and safety videos on how to avoid being hit by speeding vehicles resurfaced online in China after a man angry ...
New Orleans high school closed due to social media threat
A high school in Orange County closed Wednesday following an “unspecified threat,” and now school officials are looking for ...
What is Bluesky Social? Why people are going to this Twitter alternative
After Donald Trump was reelected, interest in Bluesky Social has soared. Here's how the Twitter alternative differs from Elon ...