YouTube says it will be less safe for kids under Australia's social media ban
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Australia's upcoming social media ban for users under 16, set to begin December 10th, is drawing criticism from YouTube, who argues the law will make children less safe on the platform. YouTube claims the ban will strip away parental controls and safety features for young users, as children will be automatically signed out of their accounts and unable to access features like content settings and break reminders. The Australian government, through Communications Minister Anika Wells, responded by questioning YouTube's safety for children and urging them to address the issue. The eSafety Commissioner is also scrutinizing other video and photo-sharing apps, Lemon8 and Yope, to determine if they fall under the ban. YouTube states it will comply with the law, but believes it misunderstands how young Australians use the platform.
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