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

  • @Rice_DaddyEnglish
    -3•3 days ago

    I’m pointing to the fickle nature on how we determine what age people should be allowed to do different things, which is particularly ironic in Germany.

    I also agree that social media have a lot of risks, but 16 for social media seems very old compared to what we should do about it.