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Factbox-From Australia to Europe, countries move to curb children's social media access
Australia became the first country to ban social media for children under 16, blocking platforms like TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram/Facebook. Countries and companies are increasingly regulating access to social media due to concerns about its impact on children's health and safety.
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