There are three key options to assess the age of a social media user. The company that will trial technologies for the Australian government explains what happens next.

Australia is advancing a bill to ban social media for under-16s, moving through parliament despite opposition. The bill, supported by Prime Minister Albanese, seeks to protect children's health. Media organizations support the ban;

A survey has shown that a majority in Germany would support banning social media use for those under 16. This week, Australian lawmakers approved legislation to that effect.