Australia's bill to ban social media for children under 16
Australia's government introduced a bill to ban social media for children under 16, a world's-first legislation reported by NBC News' Janis Mackey Frayer from Beijing.
Key Points
- Protecting children's mental well-being
- Addressing potential online dangers
Pros
- Protecting children from potential online harms
- Reducing screen time and potential negative effects on mental health
Cons
- Limiting access to educational and social opportunities online
- Challenging to enforce and monitor