Social media use on the rise among Australian under-16s after ban: data

Australian under-16s are increasing their use of social media apps such as Instagram and Tiktok despite a world-leading ban, data provided by a parental control software company showed Wednesday.
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Despite a ban on social media use for those under 16 in Australia, new data reveals that usage among this age group is on the rise, particularly for popular platforms like Instagram and TikTok. This trend raises questions about the effectiveness of the ban and the evolving relationship between youth and social media.

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