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Australia Leads Social Media Ban for Kids Under 16

11/30/2025

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Australia enacted a law that bans social media use for children under 16.
The European Union is considering similar regulations, including banning financial incentives for kidfluencers and restricting access for under-13 users.
Experts say regulation is overdue though outright bans may not be the best solution.
Influencer Rossana Burgos advocates monitoring to create a safe environment for child creators, while legal complexities around enforcement and definitions of kidfluencers complicate proposals.

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Australia enacted a law that bans social media use for children under 16.
The European Union is considering similar regulations, including banning financial incentives for kidfluencers and restricting access for under-13 users.
Experts say regulation is overdue though outright bans may not be the best solution.
Influencer Rossana Burgos advocates monitoring to create a safe environment for child creators, while legal complexities around enforcement and definitions of kidfluencers complicate proposals.