Australia’s teen social media ban struggles as many still use TikTok, Snapchat
Australia's ambitious ban on social media for under-16s, enacted in December 2025, faces a significant challenge. Despite heavy fines, a Reuters report reveals approximately 20% of teens aged 13-15 remain active on platforms like TikTok and Snapchat. This highlights ongoing issues with age verification and enforcement, as many teens bypass restrictions through various means, prompting calls for stronger technological solutions.
Australia's ambitious ban on social media for under-16s, enacted in December 2025, faces a significant challenge. Despite heavy fines, a Reuters report reveals approximately 20% of teens aged 13-15 remain active on platforms like TikTok and Snapchat. This highlights ongoing issues with age verification and enforcement, as many teens bypass restrictions through various means, prompting calls for stronger technological solutions.
