Australia's social media crackdown: Censorship or protection? | DW News Desk

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A social media ban for under-16s is taking effect in Australia, forcing popular platforms like Instagram, TikTok and YouTube to block millions of accounts or face heavy fines. Australia is the first country to implement age restrictions on social media, but the ban is being watched closely by other governments considering similar steps. How effective are laws in protecting minors from harmful content and making tech companies liable? Can governments succeed in blocking technology that's so

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