Australia's social media ban for children sees minimal impact on usage
Six months into Australia's social media ban for children, most kids, including 13-year-old Rehan Rahman, report unchanged usage patterns. Federal data shows about 70 percent of children have maintained their accounts, prompting critiques of the ban's effectiveness. Experts highlight significant challenges in implementing enforcement and age verification measures.
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Published 27 Jun 2026, 07:12 UTC · Updated 27 Jun 2026, 07:20 UTC
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