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New Zealand Proposes Social Media Ban for Children Under 16 Amid Safety Concerns

New Zealand's government has introduced a bill to prohibit children under 16 from using social media, sparking debate over youth safety, tech regulation, and the feasibility of strict age verification requirements.

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NZ government prepares social media ban for under-16s

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NZ to require age checks, big fines for non-compliance

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Coalition partners call bill a 'slippery slope'

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Platforms face fines up to 10 percent of global revenue

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