Teens flee to new apps before social media ban | 7NEWS

Описание: Australia's social media age ban takes effect on December 10, requiring platforms to block users under 16 from accessing social media apps. Teenagers are migrating to lesser-known apps like Yope and Lemon8, though these platforms will also be subject to the same restrictions under eSafety rules if they primarily involve sharing posts, pictures and videos. The implementation raises concerns about age verification technology and potential scammer exploitation through fake age verification prompts targeting personal information.

Subscribe and set 🔔 » https://7news.link/YTSubscribe |

For the latest Australian news and breaking news alerts, connect with 7NEWS online:
Visit » https://7news.com.au
7Plus » https://7plus.com.au/
7NEWS Podcast » https://open.spotify.com/user/dm9fk9h...
Facebook »   / 7newsaustralia  
TikTok »   / 7newsaustralia  
Instagram »   / 7newsaustralia  
X » https://x.com/7NewsAustralia

7NEWS combines the trusted and powerful news brands including Sunrise, The Morning Show, Spotlight and 7NEWS.com.au, delivering unique, engaging and continuous coverage on the issues that matter most to Australians. Watch 7 News Australia full broadcasts and full episodes at 6pm and weekdays at 12pm and 4pm on Channel 7 and 7plus.

#BREAKINGNEWS #7NEWS