After months of anticipation and debate, Australia's social media ban is now in force.

Young Australians under 16 must now come to grips with the new reality of being unable to have an account on some social media platforms, including Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook.

Only time will tell whether this bold, world-first experiment will succeed. Despite this, many countries are already considering following Australia's lead.

But there are other jurisdictions that are taking a different approach to try and keep young people safe online.

Here's what's happening overseas.

A global movement

In November, the European parliament called for a similar social media ban for under-16s.

The President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, said she has been studying Australia's restric

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