SYDNEY, Aug 14 : Top social media platforms urged the Australian government not to place too much weight on early evidence showing most children still use their products despite a landmark under-16 ban, as lawmakers weigh tougher penalties and investigative powers for regulators.Local heads of YouTube owner G

SYDNEY, Aug 14 : Top social media platforms urged the Australian government not to place too much weight on early evidence showing most children still use their products despite a landmark under-16 ban, as lawmakers weigh tougher penalties and investigative powers for regulators.Local heads of YouTube owner G

Australia’s law puts the burden on social media providers to take “reasonable steps” to prevent people under age 16 from having accounts on the platforms.