Anika Wells named on Time100 list as one of ‘world’s most influential rising stars’ after social media ban
Time magazine list includes Australian communications minister after her efforts to take on big tech The federal communications minister, Anika Wells, has been named as one of Time magazine’s “world’s most influential rising stars” in recognition of her work on Australia’s under-16 social media ban and taking on big tech companies. Australia’s world-leading restrictions on social media for…
Australian Communications Minister Anika Wells has been recognized by Time magazine as one of "world’s most influential rising stars" for her efforts in implementing a social media ban targeting under-16 users and challenging big tech companies. This follows the introduction of Australia's world-leading restrictions on social media for children last year, which have since inspired similar measures in Europe, Asia, and some American states.
Despite ongoing debates about the ban's efficacy and enforcement, Wells has received praise for her leadership in the cause, with a testimonial from former Labor Prime Minister Julia Gillard highlighting her role as a champion of reforms to safeguard young people from the potential harms of social media.
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