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Part of situation: Australia advances social media bans and algorithm laws (4 clusters)

Australia proposes laws to let social media users opt out of algorithms

Digital Duty of Care social media algorithms online safety content regulation tech accountability

The Australian government has unveiled draft legislation titled ‘Digital Duty of Care,’ aimed at increasing user control over social media and enhancing online safety. A central feature of the proposal, dubbed ‘My Feed, My Way,’ would allow users aged 16 and older to opt out of algorithmically curated feeds, choosing instead to see only content from accounts they follow.

To implement this, platforms would be required to send notifications to both new and existing users, allowing them to select their preferred feed type. The regulations are intended to apply not only to social networks but also to online games, apps, and AI chatbots.

Under the proposed framework, digital service providers must also implement safeguards to protect users under 18 from harmful content. This includes material promoting eating disorders, misogyny, pornography, criminal behavior, or life-threatening stunts, as well as features designed to be addictive or harmful to self-esteem.

Failure to comply with these new standards could result in significant financial penalties, with fines potentially reaching up to Aus$109.2 million. The initiative follows Australia's previous world-first legislation that banned social media access for children under 16.

Entities

Albanese government · Alphabet · Alphabet Inc. · Anika Wells · Anthony Albanese · Australia · Australian Government · Coalition · Google · Meta · Meta Platforms · TikTok

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[● 40 SOURCES] The proposed law would require social media platforms to allow users aged 16 and older to opt out of algorithmic feeds. www.bbv-net.de · www.dorstenerzeitung.de · www.muensterlandzeitung.de · www.allgaeuer-zeitung.de · www.halternerzeitung.de · +32 more
[● 30 SOURCES] Communications Minister Anika Wells intends to introduce the ‘Digital Duty of Care’ legislation to establish safety standards. www.diebewertung.de · www.digitaljournal.com · www.myjoyonline.com · www.smartcompany.com.au · assamtribune.com · +22 more
[● 30 SOURCES] Prime Minister Anthony Albanese stated the goal is to empower people rather than increase government control. www.bbv-net.de · www.dorstenerzeitung.de · www.muensterlandzeitung.de · www.allgaeuer-zeitung.de · www.halternerzeitung.de · +22 more
[● 25 SOURCES] The proposed regulations would apply to social networks, online games, apps, and AI chatbots. www.bbv-net.de · www.dorstenerzeitung.de · www.muensterlandzeitung.de · www.allgaeuer-zeitung.de · www.halternerzeitung.de · +17 more
[DISPUTED] Australia previously implemented a ban on social media accounts for children under the age of 16. www.bbv-net.de · www.dorstenerzeitung.de · www.muensterlandzeitung.de · www.allgaeuer-zeitung.de · www.halternerzeitung.de · +21 more
[● 38 SOURCES] The Australian government has introduced a draft law called 'Digital Duty of Care' to regulate digital services. www.diebewertung.de · www.bbv-net.de · www.dorstenerzeitung.de · www.muensterlandzeitung.de · www.allgaeuer-zeitung.de · +29 more
[● 11 SOURCES] Prime Minister Anthony Albanese stated the goal is to empower individuals rather than increase government control. www.bbv-net.de · www.dorstenerzeitung.de · www.muensterlandzeitung.de · www.allgaeuer-zeitung.de · assamtribune.com · +5 more
[● 17 SOURCES] Communications Minister Anika Wells intends for the law to establish safety standards for the digital industry. www.diebewertung.de · www.allgaeuer-zeitung.de · assamtribune.com · www.watoday.com.au · bhaskarlive.in · +10 more
[● 38 SOURCES] Users aged 16 and older will be able to choose between algorithmically curated feeds and feeds consisting only of posts from friends and followed creators. www.bbv-net.de · www.dorstenerzeitung.de · www.muensterlandzeitung.de · www.allgaeuer-zeitung.de · www.halternerzeitung.de · +30 more
[● 3 SOURCES] The proposed regulations will apply to social networks, online games, apps, and AI chatbots. www.bbv-net.de · www.dorstenerzeitung.de · www.muensterlandzeitung.de
[● 15 SOURCES] Companies could face fines of up to Aus$109 million if they fail to comply with the duty of care. www.digitaljournal.com · assamtribune.com · bhaskarlive.in · www.aktuality.sk · noticias037.net · +8 more

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Australien sagt Social-Media-Algorithmen den Kampf an [www.allgaeuer-zeitung.de]

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Australians Could Soon Opt Out Of Social Media Algorithms Altogether [gadgeteer.co.za]

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