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Australia’s social media age ban: How it will work

From December 10, Australia will enforce one of the world’s toughest social media bans for teens under 16. Here’s everything you need to know and how they’ll be enforced.

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Australia's social media ban will take effect in less than a month. Picture: Supplied

Aus teens sent bombshell FB, Insta alert

Thousands of teenagers have been issued a warning by Meta, with just weeks until Australia’s world-first social media ban takes effect.

Roblox is introducing age verification. Picture: Roblox

Merciless response to Roblox’s big move

The Albanese government has responded after a popular gaming platform unveiled new safety rules for kids.

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Botched e-scooter sale. Picture: Supplied/9News

Marketplace horror, dad jumps in to save son

A 14yo was trying to sell an e-scooter to three men when they handed over a bag of “fake cash”, but the dad stepped in and all hell broke loose.

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Horrific ‘undressing’ trend in Aussie schools

Reports of AI-generated fake nudes in schools are now out of control, with parents urging politicians to step in.

Question that made Wikipedia founder storm out of interview

Question that made Wikipedia founder storm out of interview

Wikipedia co-founder Jimmy Wales has stormed out of an interview after he was asked one simple question.

What viral sensations look like now

Internet sensation looks much different today

These faces were once all over the internet, but now, you’d probably walk straight past them without a second glance.

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - Newswire Photos September 10, 2024: Snapchat , Instagram, YouTube, Roblox and tik tok and X (Twitter). The Albanese government says it will introduce legislation to enforce age restrictions on social media before the next federal election, but is still mulling over what that age it should be restricted to. Picture: NewsWire / Aaron Francis

Fresh blow coming for big tech

The Albanese government is asking for the public’s help as it mulls new rules for big tech.

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Former Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard has given an address at Cambridge University on polarisation in today's world. Pic Sophie Elsworth

‘Stupid argument’: Gillard urges tougher social media rules

Former prime minister Julia Gillard has demanded tougher social media laws, claiming Australia’s under-16 ban is “nowhere near enough”.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - Newswire Photos September 10, 2024: Snapchat , Instagram, YouTube, Roblox and tik tok and X (Twitter). The Albanese government says it will introduce legislation to enforce age restrictions on social media before the next federal election, but is still mulling over what that age it should be restricted to. Picture: NewsWire / Aaron Francis

Aus’ big move on US tech titans

Labor is brainstorming ways to force tech firms to pay Australian media for content, with new details proposing tough penalties for those who don’t cough up.

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Aussies demand payback over telco issues

From frustrating outages to confusing advice, more Aussies than ever are demanding refunds, discounts or payments from their telcos.

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Aussies demand payback over telco issues

From frustrating outages to confusing advice, more Aussies than ever are demanding refunds, discounts or payments from their telcos.

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As the festive shopping season heats up, Australians are being warned to stay vigilant against a rising wave of postal scams targeting online buyers and sellers.

Postal scams surge ahead of Christmas

Ahead of the Christmas rush, Facebook Marketplace has emerged as a key platform where scammers are preying on unsuspecting buyers and sellers.

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US star stunned by attack at Macca’s

Two Aussie men have earned the praise of a touring American music star after defending a McDonald’s worker from a customer in viral footage.

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