In a landmark decision, the Australia has passed a bill aimed at protecting minors by banning children under the age of 16 from accessing social media platforms. The vote, which concluded with an overwhelming majority of 102 in favor and just 13 against, reflects a growing concern about the impact of social media on the mental health and well-being of young people. If the bill becomes law, social media companies will have one year to implement age restrictions, a move that proponents argue is essential for safeguarding children from harmful content and interactions.
