Biometric Update

Indonesia to ban under-16s from social media, implement standard-based age checks

The regulation frames age assurance as defense against child exploitation and targets platforms that are specifically intended for children.
The Indian Express

Opinion Social media ban for children may be intrusive and hard to enforce

This comes amid the broader discourse surrounding social media bans and the restriction of children’s online access, both globally and in India. Australia set a landmark precedent in 2025 by banning ...