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Denmark Moves to Set 15+ Social Media Age Limit as Australia Expands 16+ Enforcement

Germany is considering age‑rated, design‑based protections as alternatives to blanket bans.

Overview

  • Denmark reached a political agreement to introduce a 15-year minimum for certain social platforms, with a parental opt‑in that could allow access from 13 after review.
  • Copenhagen has not specified which platforms will be covered or how enforcement will work, saying the law would target major services with public profiles linked to documented risks.
  • Australia’s eSafety regulator confirmed Reddit and Kick.com must comply with the national 16+ rule from 10 December, with possible fines up to A$49.5 million for violations.
  • Major services such as TikTok, Snapchat, YouTube, Facebook and Instagram are included in Australia’s regime, while popular messaging apps are generally not covered.
  • In Germany, where no statutory minimum age exists, officials debate FSK‑style age ratings and curbs on attention‑driving algorithms, as studies cite heavy daily use by minors.