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Australia has taken a bold step in the battle against the negative impacts of social media on young people by banning its use for anyone under 16. This move, applauded by many parents in the U.S., has led to the shutdown of over a million accounts on platforms like Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Snapchat, and Reddit. Cybersecurity expert and privacy attorney Leeza Garber explained that Australia is using various age verification methods, such as government ID checks and live video selfies, to enforce the ban
In contrast, the U.S. is tackling the issue through state-level interventions, as there is no federal ban in place. The Children's Online Privacy Protection Act currently only restricts data collection from those under 13. Meanwhile, President Donald Trump plans to sign an executive order to prevent states from creating their own AI regulations, arguing that a unified approach is necessary to maintain a competitive edge against China.
The debate over AI safety continues, with states attempting to legislate safeguards amid lawsuits from parents concerned about their children's exposure to harmful content and addiction to AI platforms. Additionally, a federal judge has ordered OpenAI to turn over 20 million ChatGPT logs in a copyright battle with The New York Times, raising questions about user privacy and data collection practices.
As the U.S. grapples with these issues, Australia's proactive approach may serve as a model for addressing the complex challenges posed by social media and AI technologies.
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