Sydney: Reddit has taken legal action against the Australian government over a new law that blocks children under 16 from using social media platforms. The company filed its case in the high court, arguing that the ban threatens free political communication and raises concerns about user privacy.

The law came into force on December 10 and requires all major platforms to stop young users from accessing their services. Companies that fail to comply face large financial penalties. Although the government has said the ban is meant to protect childrens mental health, several technology firms and digital rights groups believe the rules are too strict and difficult to enforce.

Reddit said it does not fit the traditional definition of a social media platform because much of its content is bas

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