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Draft legislation in Australia to allow users to disable social media algorithms

Draft legislation in Australia will allow users to disable social media algorithms, according to Communications Minister Anika Wells. The proposal aims to enhance user safety and provide more choice over content. While some opposition members criticize the move as potentially censorious, Wells insists it is about identifying and mitigating risks on social media platforms.

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Draft legislation in Australia will allow users to disable social media algorithms, according to Communications Minister Anika Wells. The proposal aims to enhance user safety and provide more choice over content. While some opposition members criticize the move as potentially censorious, Wells insists it is about identifying and mitigating risks on social media platforms.

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Australians will be able to switch off social media algorithms under planned legislation

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Draft legislation in Australia to allow users to disable social media algorithms