Reddit challenges Australia’s new under-16 social media ban in High Court

Social media platform Reddit on Friday filed a suit challenging Australia’s new law banning under-16s from major platforms, arguing that it violates the nation’s implied freedom of political communication. The move follows a similar case filed by a rights group last month, even as the government vows to enforce the world-first restrictions.

Dec 12, 2025 - 05:00
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Reddit challenges Australia’s new under-16 social media ban in High Court
Social media platform Reddit on Friday filed a suit challenging Australia’s new law banning under-16s from major platforms, arguing that it violates the nation’s implied freedom of political communication. The move follows a similar case filed by a rights group last month, even as the government vows to enforce the world-first restrictions.
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