New Zealand introduces bill banning under-16s from social media, with global-revenue fines for non-compliant platforms

New Zealand has introduced the Online Safety Bill, banning children under 16 from social media. Platforms including TikTok, Instagram, Snapchat and Facebook must verify users are over 16 or face fines of up to 10% of global revenue. The proposal follows Australia's similar ban and comes as the UK and Greece prepare their own restrictions. Several parties oppose the bill.