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New Zealand is poised to become the latest country cracking down on social media for minors, with a new bill aiming to ban kids under 16 from platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook—citing mental health and educational risks. Social media giants would be forced to verify users’ ages via account data, facial recognition, or digital IDs, facing up to 10% of global revenue in fines if they fail. While Prime Minister Christopher Luxon backs the move, opposition from coalition partners ACT and NZ First—and cautious scrutiny from Labour—raises doubts about enforcement and effectiveness, especially as Australia’s similar law faces criticism. The debate highlights a growing global tension: protecting youth online without stifling access or creating unintended loopholes.

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