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TikTok stops working for US users as ban takes effect

TikTok stops working for US users as ban takes effect

A TikTok ban imposed on 170 million American users has taken effect as app stores pull the popular social video platform from their offerings in the US.

New extremism plan as 'nature of radicalisation' shifts

New extremism plan as 'nature of radicalisation' shifts

New extremism plan as 'nature of radicalisation' shifts

New extremism plan as 'nature of radicalisation' shifts

As the scale and speed of violent extremist and terrorist threat grows, the federal government has released a new plan to address the changing environment.

'Alarming' move by Meta raises misinformation fears

'Alarming' move by Meta raises misinformation fears

'Alarming' move by Meta raises misinformation fears

'Alarming' move by Meta raises misinformation fears

Meta's decision to end its third-party fact checks could put Australian democracy at risk amid an explosion of misinformation and disinformation, leaders warn.

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X Corp welcomes Meta's thumbs-down for fact-checking

X Corp welcomes Meta's thumbs-down for fact-checking

Rival social network X has applauded Meta's decision to follow its lead on ditching fact-checking, with its CEO calling the move an endorsement.

Changing channels as former Nine chief takes ABC reins

Changing channels as former Nine chief takes ABC reins

The man who oversaw the merger of two major news companies before leaving Nine under a cloud has been appointed as the next managing director of the ABC.

Tech giants to be charged if they fail to pay for news

Tech giants to be charged if they fail to pay for news

In a bid to return revenue to Australian news publishers, the government will charge tech giants if they do not pay for local journalism.

Court thwarts Murdoch bid to cement Lachlan as Fox boss

Court thwarts Murdoch bid to cement Lachlan as Fox boss

Rupert Murdoch’s effort to ensure son Lachlan maintains control of Fox News has been dealt a blow, with a court reportedly ruling the pair acted in bad faith.

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Tributes flow for trailblazer Tabberer: 'a true icon'

Tributes flow for trailblazer Tabberer: 'a true icon'

Tributes flow for trailblazer Tabberer: 'a true icon'

Tributes flow for trailblazer Tabberer: 'a true icon'

Fashion legend Maggie Tabberer has been remembered for paving the way for Australian women with elegance, style, and determination.

Social media ban 'significant risk' to child's rights

Social media ban 'significant risk' to child's rights

Social media ban 'significant risk' to child's rights

Social media ban 'significant risk' to child's rights

A blanket social media ban for Australians under 16 has been criticised for limiting rights and not having enough privacy safeguards for all users.

Podcaster Joe Rogan 'preys on fear': ABC boss warns

Podcaster Joe Rogan 'preys on fear': ABC boss warns

Podcaster Joe Rogan 'preys on fear': ABC boss warns

Podcaster Joe Rogan 'preys on fear': ABC boss warns

Australians have increasingly turned to alternative media sources, but the ABC head claims these content creators plunder the public for 'malevolent' purposes.

Teen social media ban a step closer despite concerns

Teen social media ban a step closer despite concerns

Teen social media ban a step closer despite concerns

Teen social media ban a step closer despite concerns

A social media ban is looming for Australians aged under 16 after the measure to force restrictions on many platforms cleared its first hurdle in parliament.

'Absolutely gutless': gambling ad ban delay condemned

'Absolutely gutless': gambling ad ban delay condemned

'Absolutely gutless': gambling ad ban delay condemned

'Absolutely gutless': gambling ad ban delay condemned

The government has been accused of letting down Australian communities after its long-awaited gambling advertising policy was officially delayed.

Greens put nail in coffin of misinformation crackdown

Greens put nail in coffin of misinformation crackdown

Greens put nail in coffin of misinformation crackdown

Greens put nail in coffin of misinformation crackdown

The federal Greens have decided not to support the government's moves to tackle online misinformation, putting another Labor bill in political purgatory.

Warning Australians' data at risk in social media ban

Warning Australians' data at risk in social media ban

Warning Australians' data at risk in social media ban

Warning Australians' data at risk in social media ban

Global tech giant Meta and X owner Elon Musk warn the federal government's push to ban people younger than 16 from social media will affect all Australians.

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Lies hamper emergency action but no crackdown consensus

Free speech advocates and those who want greater social media accountability are at an impasse over whether legislation targeting disinformation should pass.

Online misinformation crackdown clears first hurdle

It may soon be harder to spread lies on the internet after misinformation laws received their first tick of approval, but it's unclear whether they will pass.

Talkback king Hadley to retire after decades behind mic

Veteran broadcaster Ray Hadley will give up full-time hosting duties at the end of the year after a long career defined by success but dotted by controversy.

Locked out of your business account? Log in and tell us

Small businesses are fighting with tech giants after being locked out of accounts or waiting for payment and want a reboot on how their complaints are handled.

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Australia leads world in slaying social media 'monster'

Australia will lead the world in cleaning up the mess that has made social media an urgent health crisis for children, a US expert says.

PM quizzes premiers on social media and phone use rules

The prime minister has written to premiers and chief ministers asking for their input and assistance in implementing a minimum age for social media access.

Social media dubbed 'a time suck' amid youth-ban push

Results of a large survey suggest Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat all trail another digital platform when it comes to younger users.

Social media misinformation to be policed by watchdog

The communications watchdog will be given new powers to crack down on misinformation on digital platforms under proposed federal laws.

Meta's latest news ban an error but maybe not next time

Facebook parent company Meta has told an inquiry it did not intend to block news stories from its platforms in August, but it is keeping its options open.

Fierce renter advocate eyes Parliament House tenancy

After taking aim at landlords and real estate agents, internet sensation Jordan 'purplepingers' van den Lamb has his eyes on a new target: the Senate.

Aussies want AI restrictions, though most don't use it

Generative AI tools are a concern for a growing number of Australians, a report has found, even though only two in five have tried the technology.

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