Reddit launches high court challenge to Australia’s under-16s social media ban
The Guardian • 12/11/2025 • Last cited 12/14/2025
Summary
Reddit has initiated a high court challenge against Australia's under-16s social media ban, arguing that it infringes on the implied freedom of political communication in the constitution. The company claims the law imposes intrusive verification processes on users and creates an "illogical patchwork" of platform restrictions.
Lindy Score Breakdown
35
Age (0-35)
34 days
20
Velocity (0-40)
5 sources
8
Tier (0-10)
The Guardian
8
Breadth (0-15)
5 unique
Total Score71/100
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- 2025-12-12Reddit launches High Court challenge to Australia's social media ban for kids (BBC)
AnalysisRisk 10
Source Reputation: Moderate trust (8/20 pts)
Consensus: Strong consensus: 5 independent sources
Age: 34 days - proven survivor
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