Big tech giant, Meta, has put a halt on social media accounts of individuals under the age of 16 in Australia. This action follows growing concerns on the protection and safety of underage users online. The effectivity of this decision is yet to be assessed, but Meta hopes this move will stave off potential cyber threats and online situations that could put teenagers at risk.

In Japan, the protection and well-being of young people, particularly in the cyberspace, is regarded highly. Issues surrounding online privacy and safety have been subject to many debates and discussions. Many Japanese citizens are supportive of necessary measures taken to safeguard minors on the digital front, making this news significant in the country.

In the US and EU, similar concerns for the safety of minors online have been expressed. Policies such as the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) in the US, and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in the EU, are examples of steps taken to address these issues. However, the outright banning of accounts for individuals under a certain age is not a common practice.