The YouTube logo is being displayed on a mobile phone with the sixteen plus symbol (16+) seen in the background, in this photo illustration. (Left Image: Melbourne mother Niti Bhargava) Credit: AAP image/Supplied by Niti Bhargava
The social media age restriction debate has reignited in Australia after the government announced a ban on children under 16 from creating YouTube accounts, effective from 10 December. Communications Minister Anika Wells made the decision based on advice from the e-Safety Commissioner. YouTube Kids will still be accessible. But how are parents reacting to these social media restrictions?
The social media age restriction debate has reignited in Australia after the government announced a ban on children under 16 from creating YouTube accounts, effective from 10 December. Communications Minister Anika Wells made the decision based on advice from the e-Safety Commissioner. YouTube Kids will still be accessible. But how are parents reacting to these social media restrictions?
