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Australia Bans YouTube for Under-16s, Citing Harmful Content Concerns
Canberra, Australia – In a significant move to protect young internet users, australia will prohibit individuals under the age of sixteen from accessing YouTube, reversing a previous exemption. The government announced this decision on Wednesday, underscoring a growing concern over the impact of online platforms on adolescent well-being.
Government Mandates Stricter online Protections for Minors
The Australian government’s decision follows a advice from the nation’s internet supervisor. Last month, the supervisor urged the government to reconsider an earlier exception for YouTube, citing a study that revealed a concerning trend: 37 percent of minors reported encountering harmful content on the platform, the highest rate among all social media services examined.
This prohibition, set to take effect
