Social Media Regulation

Violent online material surges across mainstream and private channels

Adrianne Saplagio

October 27, 2025

eSafety has issued an urgent advisory warning about violent online content reaching children, offering guidance for parents and carers to…

Australia tightens protections against unsafe AI companion chatbots

Adrianne Saplagio

October 10, 2025

The eSafety Commissioner has registered new industry codes to better protect children from harmful content, including risks from AI chatbots….

Platforms urged to check compliance with new under-16 social media laws

Adrianne Saplagio

October 10, 2025

eSafety has released consultation summaries and a self-assessment tool to help online services determine if they qualify as age-restricted platforms…

Government moves to protect kids online with expanded social media restrictions

Adrianne Saplagio

August 9, 2025

The Albanese Government is adding YouTube to its world-first under-16 social media laws, aiming to better protect Aussie kids and…

Understanding the Online Safety Act’s new rules for under-16s online

Commsadmin

July 14, 2025

The Australian Government is taking a firm stance on online safety, especially for younger users. Under the updated Online Safety…