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Australia Threatens Lawsuits Against Social Media Platforms Over Teen Ban Violations. Australia is preparing legal action against major social media companies accused of failing to enforce a nationwide ban on users under 16. The country’s internet regulator is investigating platforms including Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Snapchat, and TikTok for possible breaches of the law. Officials say evidence has been building for months, with reports showing many teenagers are still able to bypass age restrictions or keep existing accounts. The government now plans to take cases to federal court, signaling a tougher enforcement approach. Under the law, companies must take reasonable steps to block underage users or face fines of up to 49.5 million Australian dollars per violation. Regulators have identified major gaps, including weak age verification systems and repeated chances for users to pass age checks. Despite early cooperation claims, authorities say compliance has been insufficient. The crackdown is being closely watched globally, as other countries consider similar rules to protect children online. Australia’s next move could set a major precedent in holding tech giants accountable for youth safety in the digital age.
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