智通财经网·2025-06-24 06:09Group 1 - Australian online regulatory agency calls for the government to revoke a controversial decision allowing YouTube to be exempt from social media bans for users under 16 years old [1] - Julie Inman Grant, the Australian eSafety Commissioner, emphasizes the need for legislation to be "fair, consistent, and moderate," citing research that shows YouTube is the most frequently used social media platform among Australian teenagers and a significant source of harm [1] - Grant lists harmful content on YouTube, including misogynistic remarks, hate material, violent fight videos, dangerous challenges, eating disorders, and suicidal tendencies [1] Group 2 - Competitors like Snap Inc. and Meta Platforms have expressed dissatisfaction with YouTube's special treatment, especially after reports that the Australian government made private commitments to YouTube executives before public consultations on the exemption [1] - YouTube responded by highlighting the benefits it provides to students and teachers, urging the government to fulfill its public commitments to ensure Australian teenagers can continue accessing valuable content on the platform [2]