Meta and TikTok to Ban Under-16 Users in Australia

Effective December 10, 2025, Australia will enforce new legislation in the country, banning the use of social media by those under 16. This will have an impact on various services, including Meta and TikTok.

In parallel, Meta and TikTok have now said they will comply with the regulations, and will remove users under 16. However, it is emphasized that implementation and enforcement will be difficult.

In Malaysia, the government is also considering banning the use of social media among users under 16. However, it is still in the early stages, and it is not yet known how it will develop and when it will be fully enforced.