Author: Ben Westcott / Bloomberg

A ustralia’s government is set to collaborate with states and territories to establish new age limits for social media platforms. This initiative aims to safeguard children’s mental health and shield them from inappropriate online content. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese intends to unveil the legislation before the upcoming election, emphasizing the need to address the mental health challenges posed by social media. Albanese highlighted the negative impact of social media on kids, disconnecting them from genuine social interactions. While specific age limits are yet to be determined, the government is exploring age verification technology to regulate children’s exposure to harmful content…