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Australia restricts social media giants' activity and threatens with new finesPhoto by moremilu on Pexels
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Australia restricts social media giants' activity and threatens with new fines

RTP Notícias8 September 2026 at 09:20

Australia announced new restrictions for social media giants, threatening to impose significant fines if these platforms do not protect minors from harmful content. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese revealed that companies that fail to comply with the new rules could face fines of around 70 million euros. The measures aim to hold large technology companies accountable for the safety of young people on their platforms. This legislation represents a significant step in the regulation of social media in Australia, establishing substantial financial consequences for those who do not ensure the protection of minors.

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