Most in Germany want Australia-style social media ban: poll – DW – 11/30/2024
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A survey has shown that a majority in Germany would support banning social media use for those under 16. This week, Australian lawmakers approved legislation to that effect.

Summary

A YouGov poll revealed that 77% of Germans support banning social media for those under 16, similar to a new Australian law.

The survey found that 82% believe social media harms young people, citing harmful content and addiction.

In Australia, the law fines platforms up to AUD 49.5 million (€30.5M) for allowing under-16s to create accounts, with enforcement trials set before implementation next year. Critics

  • x00z@lemmy.worldEnglish
    121·
    14 days ago

    I think the question was; “how can we protect the kids when obviously their parents have failed?”

    • anomnom@sh.itjust.worksEnglish
      8·
      14 days ago

      Parent here. Having an extra reason to explain why my son won’t be doing something that some of his friends are is helpful.