Reddit has filed a lawsuit against the Australian law that prohibits children under 16 from accessing social media, considering it unconstitutional.

Reddit filed a lawsuit on Friday against the Australian law that prohibits children under 16 from having accounts on social media platforms. The company argues that the law is unconstitutional, violating the freedom of political communication. Reddit claims that there are more effective ways to protect young people without imposing invasive and unreliable verification processes. Additionally, the law could isolate teenagers from age-appropriate community experiences. The Australian government, led by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, has refused to comment, emphasizing its support for parents and children. Social media platforms, including Reddit, face significant fines if they do not comply with the law. Despite the legal challenge, Reddit stated that it will comply with the regulations and cooperate with the authorities. In this context, Australian children are seeking alternatives to the restricted platforms, and applications like Yope and Lemon8 have seen significant increases in downloads.