YouTube says Australia social media ban makes children 'less safe'
Summary
Australia will ban users under 16 from major social media platforms including YouTube, sparking criticism from the company over the law which it says will make children less safe online.
Key Points
- Australia will ban under-16 users from Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube starting December 10.
- YouTube criticizes the law as rushed and believes it will make children less safe online.
- Underage users will be signed out and lose access to many features, but accounts will not be deleted.
- The Australian government is prepared for initial imperfections and will fine platforms up to Aus$49.5 million for non-compliance.
