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Snapchat Blocks Over 400,000 Australian Accounts in Response to Under-16s Ban

Snapchat locked or disabled more than 415,000 user accounts in Australia after the country's ban on social media for those under 16 took effect in December, according to The Guardian. The social media platform acknowledged "significant gaps" remain in fully enforcing the ban due to technical limitations in accurately verifying age.

The move comes as social media companies face increasing scrutiny over their handling of underage users. While Snapchat has taken action to remove accounts, the platform admitted challenges in ensuring complete compliance with the new regulations. The Guardian reported that Snapchat is working to improve its age verification processes, but acknowledged the existing "real technical limitations."

The Australian government implemented the ban in an effort to protect children from potential online harm. However, the effectiveness of the ban is being debated, with concerns raised about the ability of social media platforms to accurately identify and remove underage users.

The ban reflects a growing global concern about the impact of social media on young people.

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