Major Social Media Crackdown Aims to Reduce Teen Bullying Rates Starting December

A landmark ban on social media access for users under 16, starting December 10, aims to combat rising rates of Bullying among teens, according to Education Minister Jason Clare.

• Beginning December 10, social media companies must implement measures to prevent users under 16 from accessing their platforms, with fines up to $50 million for non-compliance.
• Education Minister Jason Clare emphasized that the ban will also restrict access to AI chatbots on social media, which are linked to increased instances of Bullying among teenagers.
• This initiative is part of a broader effort to address the growing concerns over Bullying in online environments and protect vulnerable youth from harmful interactions.