Analysts say social media giants need to feel global pressure

After the e-Safety Commission revealed that it is investigating some of the world's biggest social media platforms for suspected non-compliance with the ban on under-16s, analysts are saying it'll take more than that for the platforms to change their ways.

There are concerns for the mental health of social media users following social media giant Meta's changes to its community guidelines around hateful conduct. Source: AAP / Dean Lewins

Key Points

• This month saw the e-Safety Commission threaten to sue social media companies for flouting the ban on under-16s.
• Report shows nearly one-third of Australian children still have social media accounts despite the ban
• Experts say, Australia’s approach could influence other countries considering youth social media bans

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