Canberra, Dec. 10 -- Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced on Wednesday that the social media ban for children under the age of 16 is now in place in Australia, making it the first country in the world to "give it a crack".

Highlighting the challenges faced by both parents and children from the impact of social media, Albanese said it was a step towards peace of mind for parents and children, allowing them to experience childhood.

In a message, Australian PM Anthony Albanese said, "Across Australia, those under 16 are starting their day a little differently- without social media. It's a big change and we're the first country in the world to give it a crack. But it really matters."

"Algorithms, endless feeds, and pressure...