New findings reveal many children are finding creative ways to bypass social media age restrictions online.

Three teenage girls have filed a lawsuit against Elon Musk’s xAI, alleging its Grok tool was used to generate and distribute images without consent.

Industry data shows many Australian teenagers are still accessing social media platforms months after the country introduced a ban for users under 16.

WhatsApp is introducing Parent-Managed Accounts, allowing parents to monitor activity and manage privacy settings on their children’s accounts.

Romance scams are only one part of the picture.

Many platforms already include safeguards designed specifically for teens.

Instead of disappearing from feeds, teens are outsmarting the restrictions with surprisingly resourceful tricks. Photo: Canva

Behind the screen, curiosity can sometimes lead teens towards hidden digital risks.

The challenge lies in protecting children online while ensuring that solutions remain fair, coordinated and realistic for the long term.