On November 28, 2024, Australia’s parliament passed groundbreaking social media regulations, setting the minimum age for usage at 16—the highest globally. This law, aimed at protecting children from the dangers of social media, has received strong support from Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and parent groups. While the prohibition will take at least 12 months to come into effect, it marks a significant step in regulating young people’s online exposure. The legislation was approved by the Senate with a 34-19 vote on Thursday and subsequently cleared the House of Representatives on Friday. This sets a new global benchmark in safeguarding children online.
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