Australia became the first nation to implement a nationwide ban on social media for individuals under 16, with ten major platforms agreeing to use age verification technology to block new underage users and suspend existing accounts.Prime Minister Anthony Albanese stated the law aims to safeguard children from cyberbullying and negative mental health effects, noting the high usage among Australian 10-15 year olds.While companies face significant fines for non-compliance, two Australian teenagers have initiated legal action, asserting the ban infringes on their rights to political expression amidst broader free speech and privacy concerns.