Australian judge considers ban on social media for children

The Australian High Court is reviewing the legality of a social media ban for children under 16, implemented nearly a year ago. The ban affects platforms like Facebook and TikTok, and has faced challenges from both a youth advocacy group and Reddit. Critics argue it infringes on rights and limits access to information, while the government defends it as necessary for protecting children from harmful content. Legal experts suggest the government has a strong case, although enforcement remains challenging as many underage users continue to access these platforms. A ruling may take months, but the ban remains in effect.