The Daily Aus Headlines: Social media ban to include Reddit and Kick
Nov 5, 2025
The government is expanding its social media ban for under-16s to include Kick and Reddit, starting next month. In New York City, Zohran Mamdani has made history with his swift election as mayor. The United Nations Environment Programme has issued a report highlighting global warming progress and emission targets. Plus, tonight is a treat for stargazers with the biggest supermoon of the year lighting up the sky. Don’t miss the chance to catch this celestial spectacle!
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Social Media Age Verification Mandate
- The federal government will include Kik and Reddit in a social media ban for under-16s starting 10 December.
- Platforms must verify Australian users' ages at signup or face millions in fines.
Kik's Controversial Live-Stream History
- Kik launched in late 2022 and allows users to watch, broadcast and comment on live streams.
- The eSafety Commissioner accused Kik of failing content standards after a man died on a live stream, risking a $49.5 million fine.
Public Access Complicates Age Controls
- Reddit and Kik let visitors view most content without accounts, but users must register to interact.
- That public-access model complicates enforcing age restrictions without account-level verification.