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Australia Expands Social Media Ban to Roblox, OpenAI

11/5/2025

Summary

Story summary

Australia’s under-16 social media ban may expand to Roblox and OpenAI's Sora, per eSafety Commissioner Julie Inman Grant.
The ban, effective December 10, requires Reddit and Kick to enforce age limits or face fines up to A$49.5 million.
Communications Minister Anika Wells said concerns about late additions exist.
TikTok, Snapchat, and Meta plan to comply.

History

Historical Context

In 2022, Australia enacted the eSafety Act to enhance protections for minors online, mandating social media platforms like Reddit and Kick to enforce age restrictions or face fines up to A$49.5 million. This law reflects a broader global trend towards stricter digital governance, driven by rising concerns over youth safety, particularly following high-profile cases like Molly Russell's in the UK, which highlighted the dangers of harmful online content.

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Story summary

Australia’s under-16 social media ban may expand to Roblox and OpenAI's Sora, per eSafety Commissioner Julie Inman Grant.
The ban, effective December 10, requires Reddit and Kick to enforce age limits or face fines up to A$49.5 million.
Communications Minister Anika Wells said concerns about late additions exist.
TikTok, Snapchat, and Meta plan to comply.

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