Australia to double fines for social media platforms that fail to enforce under-16 account ban
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ROD McGUIRK
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Australia plans to double potential fines for social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram that fail to prevent Australian children under 16 from holding accounts. Communications Minister Anika Wells announced the tougher penalties on Monday, citing resistance from platforms to the world-first age restriction ban that came into force on December 10. Critics argue the ban is already failing, prompting the government to escalate enforcement measures.
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