Study finds Australia's social media ban for children has barely affected access

Despite Australia promising tougher penalties for a world-first social media ban for children, a new study indicates that six months in, the policy has barely affected youth access.

Source: [NPR Technology](https://www.npr.org/2026/06/29/nx-s1-5871225/study-finds-australias-social-media-ban-for-children-has-barely-affected-access)