Australia's world-first social media ban is just days away, but questions are swirling about which apps are affected and whether the rollout will go ahead as planned.
The new laws, which take effect on December 10, 2025, will require major platforms to block or deactivate all accounts held by users under 16. They must also prevent new underage signups and take "reasonable steps" to enforce the rule, or face fines of up to AU$49.5 million (US$32.8 million).
