Australia adopts age-based ban on social media for under-16s
Australia enacted a law banning social media accounts for users under 16 years old. Platforms including Instagram, Facebook, Threads, X, Snapchat, Kick, Twitch, TikTok, Reddit, and YouTube must block young users. Companies face penalties up to USD 32 million for violations, while parents and children are not themselves penalised. Government officials say the ban aims to shield minors from harmful online content, but critics warn it could isolate teens and push them toward unregulated online spaces. The policy ignited debates about digital rights, online safety, and the practicalities of enforcing age checks across platforms.
New law bans under-16s from major social media platforms.
Fines can reach up to USD 32 million for breaches.
Policy targets protection from harmful online content.
Critics warn of potential teen isolation and off-platform risks.
Regulatory emphasis on age verification and platform duties.
Dec 08, 2025
IBA India Litigation and ADR Symposium in New Delhi
The International Bar Association (IBA) hosted the Fourth IBA India Litigation and ADR Symposium in December 2025 at the Taj Mahal Hotel in New Delhi. The event gathered leading Indian and international legal professionals to discuss developments in law, justice, arbitration, white-collar crime, and digital regulation. Presented by the India Working Group of the IBA Asia Pacific Regional Forum and supported by IBA committees, the symposium offered practical insights into dispute resolution and evolving legal standards. Participants explored how evolving governance, technology, and cross-border issues shape litigation and arbitration practices in India and beyond.
Fourth IBA India Litigation and ADR Symposium held in New Delhi.
Participants include Indian and international legal experts.
Topics cover arbitration, digital regulation, and governance.
Organised by IBA Asia Pacific and India Working Group.
Provides practical insights into dispute resolution trends.