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- Australia became the first country to ban users under 16 on social media in late 2025, with France and New Zealand weighing similar limits.
- Experts such as psychologist Christian Montag say age limits alone do not address addictive algorithms or harmful content.
- Montag advocates redesigning platforms to limit screen time and enforce stricter regulations.
- The EU’s Digital Services Act aims to strengthen protections, though its effectiveness remains unclear.
