Social Media Bans For Teens Are Rising Worldwide, But Do They Really Work? | CNA Correspondent

Governments are racing to rein in children’s access to social media as alarm grows over its impact on young minds. Australia’s world-first under-16 ban - the toughest yet - is already showing cracks, with teens easily bypassing restrictions. India is exploring similar curbs in the world’s second-largest smartphone market, where a surge in young users - and low digital literacy - makes enforcement difficult. In Europe, France is debating age checks and parental consent ahead of the September school year, while the UK is testing softer measures such as time limits. But beyond bans, restrictions and curfews, critics say real change will depend on education - and holding tech companies to account. WATCH MORE CNA Correspondent: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLkMf14VQEvTbOoBfXhyg67u0l-6pLZ5uU 00:00 Introduction 00:43 Australia: Social Media Ban Faces Challenges 06:53 India: Digital Dilemma 14:51 France: Ban or Balance 18:07 The UK: Searching For Solutions ================= About CNA Correspondent: They're your eyes and ears around the globe. CNA's network of correspondents shines a light on stories from their corners of the world, from groundbreaking events to up-and-coming trends. ================= #CNAInsider #CNACorrespondent #Australia #sydney #India #NewDelhi #France #Europe #socialmedia #teens #onlinesafety #globaltech For more, SUBSCRIBE to CNA INSIDER https://cna.asia/insideryoutubesub Follow CNA INSIDER on: Telegram: https://t.me/CNAInsiderSG Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cnainsider