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X Criticizes Australia’s Under-16s Social Media Ban for Potential Legal Conflicts

29 Temmuz 2026Wired

Elon Musk's platform, X, has criticized Australia's proposed ban on social media for users under 16, labeling the government's information-gathering practices as 'invasive.' The platform is urging the Australian government to reconsider its efforts to enforce a stricter no-children policy on social media usage. This…
Australia's push to regulate social media usage among minors reflects broader global concerns about youth safety in the digital age. Many countries are grappling with how to protect children from harmful content while also addressing privacy and data protection issues.
X's response underscores a growing conflict between tech companies and governments worldwide over privacy and data collection. By framing the Australian government's actions as invasive, X is positioning itself as a defender of user rights, particularly for minors.

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