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flag Australia bans social media for under-16s nationwide, enforcing age verification and up to $49.5M penalties.

flag Australia has banned social media use for under-16s starting December 10, 2025, requiring platforms to deactivate accounts and verify age, with penalties up to $49.5 million. flag Pop star Peter Andre endorsed the law, calling online risks for children "so real" and citing concerns over mental health, privacy, and AI-driven content. flag He now keeps his young children off social media, acknowledging evolving dangers despite past allowances. flag The ban applies nationwide, regardless of parental consent, and has drawn mixed reactions, with critics questioning its effectiveness and supporters urging global adoption.

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