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Cybersecurity
Countries move to restrict social media access for children
Source headline: These are the countries moving to ban social media for children
Threat level
Medium
Signal strength
60/100
Source confidence
1 source
Published
2 hours ago
Intelligence Summary
Several countries are adopting measures to ban or limit social media use by children. Australia led with a ban announced in late 2025. Policymakers say the goal is to reduce risks such as cyberbullying, addiction, and predatory contact. The changes affect minors and the platforms that host or recommend social content. If implemented broadly, enforcement will likely require stronger age verification and content controls. Parents and guardians should review how these rules may alter children’s access going forward.
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TechCrunch
These are the countries moving to ban social media for children
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