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eSafety Probes Tech Giants Over Under-16 Social Media Ban
Australia's eSafety Commissioner investigates Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok, and YouTube for alleged non-compliance with the under-16 social media ban, with fines up to $49.5 million.
Australia Unlikely to See Copycat Cases After US Ruling
Experts say Australia's under-16s social media ban reduces the likelihood of copycat lawsuits similar to the US case against Meta and Google for addictive platform designs.
Disinformation Wars in Post-Truth Media Landscape
Experts warn of escalating disinformation campaigns in the post-truth era, threatening democratic processes and public trust in media institutions globally.
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Social Media Ban: Early Survey Reveals Parent Insights
An early survey on Australia's proposed social media ban for children under 16 shows parents are concerned about online safety but divided on implementation.
DTA's Microsoft Deal to Transform Federal IT
The Digital Transformation Agency has signed a new agreement with Microsoft to modernise federal IT infrastructure, enhancing security and efficiency across government services.
Local Tech Firms Overlooked in FOI Backlog Solutions
Australian technology companies argue that their innovative solutions are being ignored by the government as it struggles with a massive backlog of Freedom of Information requests, calling for more local procurement.
Australia Ranks Second for Digital Government Progress
Australia has achieved second place in a global ranking of digital government progress, highlighting significant advancements in online services and efficiency.
DTA Struggles to Track Microsoft Tech Deal Savings
The Digital Transformation Agency is encountering difficulties in monitoring the financial benefits of its $1 billion agreement with Microsoft, raising concerns about transparency and accountability.
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Gen Z Pushes for Social Media Algorithm Opt-Out Choice
A grassroots campaign led by Chanel Contos is gaining political traction to mandate an opt-out feature for social media algorithms, aiming to combat online radicalisation and misogyny.
TikTok Settles Social Media Addiction Lawsuit
TikTok has reached a settlement in a major social media addiction lawsuit just as a landmark trial was set to begin, raising questions about platform accountability and user wellbeing.
Zero Federal Agencies Fully Transparent on Automated Decisions
A watchdog review reveals no federal agencies publish complete guidelines on automated decision-making systems, raising transparency concerns in sensitive areas like welfare and taxation.
Social media age ban fails to stop Australian teens
Australia's landmark social media ban for under-16s has had minimal impact, with a cyber expert revealing most teens are still accessing platforms. Discover why the crackdown isn't working.
WA Police consider facial recognition to catch paedophiles
WA Police are exploring facial recognition technology to identify child sex offenders as shocking figures reveal a 35% surge in reports. Read about the proposed crackdown.
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National AI Plan criticised for weak safeguards
Australia's new National AI Plan is under fire for prioritising optimistic economic forecasts over enforceable public protections, leaving citizens vulnerable in key areas like recruitment and healthcare. Read the expert analysis.
Smart car tech weaponised in domestic abuse, eSafety warns
Australian authorities report a surge in tech-facilitated abuse, with smart cars used to control victims via GPS and remote locks. Experts call for safety reforms.
Spotify's porn problem risks $49.5m fines in Australia
West Australian children are being exposed to hardcore porn on Spotify. The music streaming giant faces multi-million-dollar fines if it fails to clean up its act. Read the full investigation.
US defends Big Tech against Australia's eSafety laws
American political forces are using the First Amendment to shield social media giants, challenging Australia's world-leading online safety reforms and eSafety Commissioner Julie Inman Grant. Stand with Australia against digital tyranny.
Tech Giant: Back Australian AI or Risk Falling Behind
Australia's newest ASX 50 tech company warns the nation must prioritise homegrown tech in government contracts or risk losing the global AI race and exporting its best talent.
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Govt Urged to Back Australian Tech in AI Race
Australia's newest ASX 50 tech company warns the nation risks falling behind in global AI race unless government procurement prioritises homegrown innovation. Join the call to back Australian tech.
Government urged to prioritise Australian tech contracts
Australia's newest ASX 50 tech company warns the nation risks falling behind in global AI race without government support for homegrown innovation. Join the call for change.
Govt pushes digital duty of care for social media
The Albanese government announces digital duty of care legislation requiring tech giants to proactively prevent harm on social media platforms. Have your say now.
Tech Companies' Responsibility to Protect News Media
Leading Australian editorial argues tech platforms must safeguard legitimate journalism to combat misinformation. Read why news integrity matters for public discourse.
Under-16 Social Media Ban: How It Will Work
Australia plans to implement an under-16 social media ban by 2025. Learn how this digital age verification system will work and its potential impact on youth.
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Australia's New Social Media Age Law Protects Kids
Australia introduces groundbreaking legislation requiring parental consent for under-16s on social media platforms, with age verification technology and hefty penalties for non-compliance.
ACT Govt Apologises for Failed MyWay Card Rollout
The Canberra government has publicly apologised after a failed attempt to replace the ageing MyWay card system left commuters frustrated and confused about the territory's public transport future.
MyWay Ticketing System Slammed in Damning ACT Report
A damning investigation reveals the ACT government's troubled MyWay ticketing system rollout was plagued by failures, costing taxpayers millions in delays and poor planning.
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