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Australia passes law banning social media for under-16s. How do you think they will enforce Age Verification without creating a massive digital ID surveillance system?


Ten major platforms are now expected to check the ages of all their Australian users and prevent anyone found to be under 16 from holding an account. Our experts have been answering your questions to help clear up confusion around the new access and verification rules. Look back on our live coverage.

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