Reddit Challenges Australia's Under-16 Social Media Ban in High Court

Times of India · politics

Reddit has launched a legal challenge against Australia's new law prohibiting social media accounts for children under 16, arguing it is "ill thought out" and significantly restricts political debate. A lawyer for Reddit told the High Court that the ban denies young people access to crucial communication platforms. While supporting the goal of protecting minors, Reddit contends the law is an ineffective and "inept" approach. The Australian government intends to contest the challenge, as the legislation faces opposition from tech companies despite parental backing.