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The U.K. seems to be following Australia's lead in banning a wide swath of socia

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16 Jun
The UK government said the social media ban will use the same model as Australia, where online platforms must pay financial penalties if they fail to block underage users.

The UK government said the social media ban will use the same model as Australia, where online platforms must pay financial penalties if they fail to block underage users.

OPINION · WHO · Ars TechnicaOPEN STORY
23 Apr
Australia was the first country to issue a ban in late 2025, aiming to reduce the pressures and risks that young users may face on social media, including cyberbullying, social media addiction, and ex

Australia was the first country to issue a ban in late 2025, aiming to reduce the pressures and risks that young users may face on social media, including cyberbullying, social

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