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Several countries are moving to ban social media for children, starting with Australia in late 2025. The bans aim to reduce risks like cyberbullying, addiction, and exposure to predators that young users may face.
Facebook blocks Australian users from viewing or sharing news
Facebook blocked Australian users from viewing or sharing news content in response to a proposed law that would require the company to pay publishers for their content. The action drew immediate criticism from news organizations and politicians, who accused Facebook of bullying tactics.
Donald Trump 'Very Interested' in Banning Social Media for Teens, Lara Trump Reveals
Lara Trump stated that Donald Trump is "very interested" in proposals to ban social media for teenagers, citing examples from Australia and France. She suggests he's paying closer attention to this issue.
How $40-a-Pack Cigarettes Pushed Australians to the Black Market
Tax hikes in Australia have driven the price of cigarettes to $40 a pack, the highest in the world. This has fueled a multibillion-dollar black market for bootleg tobacco, creating a criminal enterprise.
Gemini ousts COO, CFO and Chief Legal Officer after international exit and 25% staff cuts
Crypto exchange Gemini ousted COO Marshall Beard, CFO Dan Chen, and Chief Legal Officer Tyler Meade. This comes after the company announced plans to shut down its U.K., EU, and Australia operations and refocus on the U.S. and prediction markets, as well as cutting 25% of staff.
Australia's grand social media experiment is finally live. Teens say nothing has changed
Australia's new laws designed to block social media access for those under 16 have gone into effect, but early reports suggest the regulations are having minimal impact. Teenagers are reportedly finding ways to circumvent the restrictions, indicating potential loopholes or enforcement challenges.
Photos: Baby flying foxes at Australia’s bat hospital in Queensland
Tolga Bat Hospital near Cairns, Queensland, Australia treats endangered spectacled flying foxes and little red flying foxes. The bats are often harmed by tick paralysis, heat stress, and barbed wire fences.
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This Financial Times article discusses how tech groups are increasingly driving revenue for publishers in the US, UK, Canada, and Australia. Details of the specific companies and strategies involved require a subscription to access.
Gen-Z Australians are trading gritty gap years for grand tours of Europe’s cultural charisma
The number of young Australians taking extended trips is decreasing, but a growing proportion of those who do travel are choosing to explore Europe. This represents a shift away from more traditional gap-year destinations towards cultural immersion.
Spain becomes first country in Europe to ban social media for under-16s
Spain is the first European country to ban social media usage for those under 16. Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez aims to shield children from the perceived dangers of a "digital wild west."
Australian author guilty of creating child sex abuse material over erotic novel
An Australian author has been found guilty of creating child sex abuse material due to an erotic novel featuring an 18-year-old protagonist who role-played as a toddler. The conviction follows legal scrutiny regarding the nature of the content within the author's work.
Tem raises $75M to remake electricity markets using AI
Tem secured $75 million in a funding round led by Lightspeed to develop its AI-powered transaction engine for electricity markets. The funding will fuel Tem's expansion into the U.S. and Australia, aiming to cut costs in the electricity sector using AI.
Nvidia-Backed AI Startup Gets $10 Billion in Blackstone-Led Loan
Firmus Technologies Pty., an Australian AI startup backed by Nvidia, has secured a $10 billion loan led by Blackstone Inc. This financing will support the company's data center rollout and is one of Australia's largest private credit deals.
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The article discusses a move following Australia's decision to introduce age restrictions over child safety concerns. Details about the specific move and the parties involved are behind a paywall.
In the Australian outback, we're listening for nuclear tests. What we hear matters more than ever
The ABC News article highlights the importance of Australia's Warramunga seismic monitoring facility in the context of expiring nuclear arms treaties between the US and Russia. The facility plays a critical role in detecting and analyzing nuclear tests globally, contributing to international efforts to monitor and control nuclear weapons proliferation.