Reddit and Kick added to Australia's social media ban as deadline looms – but critics are increasingly concerned

Reddit and Kick are the latest platforms to be added to Australia's age-restricted social media list.

The law, effective December 10, will fine platforms up to A$50 million for failing to block users under the age of 16 from accessing their content. However, critics fear the age verification methods required will compromise the data privacy of all Australian users.

The move signals a widening of the controversial new law, which is set to be the first of its kind globally and will come into effect on December 10, 2025.

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