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The Great Digital Wall: Australia and Indonesia Lead Global Surge in Social Media Bans for Minors

Indonesia and Australia are spearheading a global movement to ban social media for users under 16, citing concerns over mental health and online safety. This surge in regulation is forcing platforms to adopt invasive age-verification technologies while triggering a massive legal debate over the balance between state protection and individual privacy.

Jessy·Mar 8, 2026·2 min read

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Policy & Law

The Age of Restricted Access: Global Coalition Moves to Ban Social Media for Minors

Indonesia and India's Karnataka state have announced plans to ban social media access for children under 16, following Australia's lead. This global movement aims to curb cyberbullying and addiction, though it faces significant challenges regarding the technical feasibility of age verification and user privacy.

Jessy·Mar 7, 2026·5 min read

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