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Australia and Malaysia Implement Social Media Bans for Users Under 16

Australia and Malaysia Implement Social Media Bans for Users Under 16

First seen 2 Dec 2025, 18:33 UTC

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ThreatCluster March 12, 2026 at 13:27 UTC

Australia will enforce a ban on social media platforms for users under 16 starting December 10, 2025. This includes platforms like Twitch, Instagram, and TikTok, requiring them to block or deactivate accounts of underage users. Malaysia plans to introduce a similar ban in 2026, aiming to protect children from online harms.

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