'They're all pushing for it': ex-PM's social ban praise

Former Australian Prime Minister Kevin Rudd highlighted that several state governments in the United States are showing interest in implementing a social media ban similar to Australia's, despite opposition from tech companies. During a fireside chat in New York, Rudd discussed the ban's impact and the lack of predicted societal collapse, which tech companies had previously predicted.

Rudd, now the CEO of the Asia Society, shared that the ban was not as perfect as initially anticipated; however, six million accounts have been blocked since its implementation nine months ago. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese expressed satisfaction with other countries following Australia's lead in regulating social media, emphasizing that parents are now empowered to discuss the impacts of social media with their children.

Albanese also mentioned a draft proposal to allow users to opt out of an algorithmic feed, stressing the importance of giving people control over their online experience.