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Big Asian social media markets step up ban on access for under-16s

Financial Times Asia
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Major Asian governments enforced stricter social media bans in March 2026, prohibiting access for users under 16 to combat mental health risks and data privacy concerns. The policy expansion covers key markets including South Korea, Japan, and Indonesia, requiring platforms like KakaoTalk, LINE, and TikTok to implement age-verification systems. Regulators cited rising youth depression, cyberbullying, and addictive algorithms as primary drivers, aligning with EU and US child protection laws but with stricter enforcement mechanisms. Tech firms face fines up to 5% of annual revenue for non-compliance, while parents and schools gain legal tools to monitor underage usage through government-backed digital oversight programs. Critics argue the bans may push teens to VPNs or unregulated platforms, but officials emphasize the move prioritizes long-term societal health over short-term industry pushback.
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