Tama Leaver

Tama Leaver, a Professor of Internet Studies at Curtin University, dives into Australia's proposed ban on social media for under-16s. He discusses the challenges of verifying ages for online access and critiques the potential flaws in the legislation. The conversation also touches on the impact of social media on teens, particularly regarding mental health and social interactions. Leaver emphasizes the importance of better platform controls over outright bans, advocating for improved digital literacy as a more effective solution for protecting youth online.