These are the countries moving to ban social media for children | TechCrunch
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by Aisha MalikFebruary 17, 2026
Australia was the first country to issue a ban in late 2025, aiming to reduce the pressures and risks that young users may face on social media, including cyberbullying, social media addiction, and exposure to predators.
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Originally published on TechCrunch on 2/17/2026