Australia’s social media ban for teens under 16 fizzled after just three months—over 80% of kids aged 10-15 are still scrolling, thanks to tech giants failing to properly verify ages. Platforms like TikTok, Snapchat, and YouTube saw minor drops in account numbers but usage stayed high, exposing a glaring loophole. eSafety is now investigating Meta, Snapchat, TikTok, and YouTube for non-compliance, with the government eyeing steeper fines and expanded regulatory powers. The fallout underscores how tough it is to police digital spaces—and how parental oversight may be slipping as kids stay online.
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