Social Media Platforms to Become Age-Restricted
Under-16 accounts will be deactivated or deleted.
Online Safety Amendment Bill 2024 provides legal basis for change.
Platforms have 12 months to prepare.
Law aims to protect children from harmful content as a delay, not a ban.
Platforms must demonstrate compliance to eSafety Commissioner.
Users will be notified ahead of Dec 10.
Fines up to $49.5M for serious breaches.
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