YouTube ban: Australia has now brought YouTube under its purview, tightening the social media ban for youth under 16 years of age. Earlier, the government had given exemption to this platform but now it has also been included. This U-turn of the government has increased the possibility of legal conflict with Google’s parent company Alphabet.

YouTube also considered risky platform

A recent report by the Australian Internet regulator revealed that 37% of minors faced harmful content on YouTube. This figure is more than any other social media platform. On this basis, the government was also recommended to include YouTube in the ban.

Prime Minister’s blunt

Prime Minister Anthony Albanies issued a statement saying, “Now the time has come for us to stop it. Australian children are having a negative impact of social media and we have to take strict steps in their interest.” He assured the parents that the government is standing with them.

YouTube cleaning

In response from YouTube, it was said that his platform is mainly to share the video and it should not be placed in the category of social media. The company spokesperson said, “YouTube is a video library that people also watch on TV. It is not social media.”

Meta, Snapchat and Tiktok Opposition

When the government exempted YouTube last year due to its popularity among teachers, it was opposed by other platforms like Meta, Snapchat and Tiktok. He said that YouTube also has many social media elements like interactive features and algorithm -based content decoration.

Only teachers and parents will be able to run YouTube

After the ban is implemented, the teenagers will not be able to run the YouTube account themselves, although the teachers or parents will be able to show videos for them. Australian Primary Principal Association chief Angela Falcanberg said that teachers would always choose appropriate content.

Carry possible again with alphabet

Earlier, Alphabet has collided with the law in Australia, when he was complied with the media to pay in exchange for news content. Now YouTube is once again seen preparing for a legal battle. However, YouTube has not confirmed the court case.

According to this law passed in November, social media companies will have to ensure that children under 16 years of age stay away from their platforms. If they are unable to do this, then they can be fined up to $ 49.5 million.

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