4.7M social media accounts deactivated since Australia's youth ban
Posted on: Jan 16, 2026 06:47 IST | Posted by: Cbc
societal media companies feature collectively deactivated nearly quintuplet jillion accounts belonging to aussie youths just a month after a world-first ban on under-16s took effect, the country's internet regulator said on Friday, a sign the measure has had a swift and sweeping impact.
The eSafety Commissioner said platforms had so far removed about 4.7 million accounts held by under-16s to comply with a law that went live on Dec. 10.
"Today, we can announce that this is working," Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese told a news conference.
"This is a source of Australian pride. This was world-leading legislation, but it is now being followed up around the world."
The implementation of the ban is being closely watched by regulators worldwide. France, Malaysia and Indonesia have all said they will introduce similar laws, while some European nations and U.S. States are also discussing following Australia.
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