Keywords: Online protection


Australia bans social media for under-16s in global first

Australia has introduced a world-first law prohibiting children under 16 from using major social media platforms, aiming to protect youth from addictive algorithms and online risks. Starting Wednesday morning, hundreds of thousands of Australian teens found themselves blocked from apps such as Instagram,......

Instagram's Teen Account Revolution: Empowering Parents, Protecting Youth

In a bold move to enhance online safety for teenagers, Instagram has unveiled a comprehensive overhaul of its platform, promising an array of "built-in protections" for young users and granting parents increased control and peace of mind. The new "Teen Accounts" initiative, set to......