Australia’s audacious crackdown on youth social media use has reached its one-month milestone. The policy bars under-16s from platforms including Facebook and YouTube, aiming to shield them from toxic algorithms. Initial stats show a 15-25% reduction in teen logins. While mental health helplines report fewer distress calls, critics highlight that tech-savvy kids are moving to underground apps. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese remains firm, calling the measure a win for common sense.
