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Study finds Australia's social media ban for children has barely affected access

Study finds Australia's social media ban for children has barely affected access
NPR Technology Monday 29 June 2026, 08:40 UTC By Kristina Kukolja 1 min read
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Study finds Australia's social media ban for children has barely affected access Study finds Australia's social media ban for children has barely affected access Audio will be available later today. Despite Australia promising tougher penalties for a world-first social media ban for children, a new study indicates that six months in, the policy has barely affected youth access.

Study finds Australia's social media ban for children has barely affected access Study finds Australia's social media ban for children has barely affected access Audio will be available later today. Despite Australia promising tougher penalties for a world-first social media ban for children, a new study indicates that six months in, the policy has barely affected youth access.
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