infinite scroll MINI TECH SCROLL: Australia’s under-16s social media ban begins, Reddit's legal challenge, AI reality show + more
Dec 10, 2025
Australia has officially launched a social media ban for users under 16, sparking various reactions and debates. Reddit is planning a legal challenge against this new law, while an organization seems to be capitalizing on the situation. An intriguing AI-generated reality show called Non Player Combat has surfaced on YouTube, captivating viewers with its unique contestants. TikTok is also rolling out new features, including shared collections and feeds, aiming to enhance community engagement.
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Australia's Under-16 Social Media Ban Begins
- Australia implemented a world-first legal minimum age of 16 for major social platforms to protect youth wellbeing.
- Platforms had months to build age checks but rollout accuracy and completeness are uncertain.
Age-Verification Methods And Their Limits
- Platforms use visual age checks, age-inference models, and bank verification as compliance options.
- These methods create privacy and accuracy trade-offs and will likely miss many under-16 users initially.
A Teen's Personal Reaction To Lockouts
- A year eight student described panic when locked out of Snapchat and losing years of photos.
- Annabel empathizes, noting social media's role as friendship and learning hubs for teens.