Australian Authorities Investigate Major Online Platforms for Violating Social Media Ban

Australian authorities have launched investigations into major online platforms for allegedly failing to comply with the country's social media ban affecting minors. A significant portion of Australian children continue to use prohibited platforms despite the restrictions. The investigations come as enforcement of Australia's social media regulations appears to face challenges, with widespread non-compliance among the platforms targeted by the ban. The probe reflects ongoing tensions between government attempts to regulate social media access for children and the practical difficulties of enforcing such restrictions across major international digital platforms.