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Social media a growing force in news for Australians

Social media a growing force in news for Australians

Despite concerns about influencers spreading misinformation, social media has overtaken online news platforms as Australians' preferred source of news.

Six women are up for the Gold Logie - and Hamish Blake

Six women are up for the Gold Logie - and Hamish Blake

Six women are up for the Gold Logie - and Hamish Blake

Six women are up for the Gold Logie - and Hamish Blake

The 2025 field of Gold Logie nominees is made up of six women and one man - Hamish Blake. He says he doesn't want to win.

Musk's dad says Trump row triggered by intense stress

Musk's dad says Trump row triggered by intense stress

Musk's dad says Trump row triggered by intense stress

Musk's dad says Trump row triggered by intense stress

Elon Musk's father says his billionaire son made a mistake "under stress" and that US President Donald Trump will prevail.

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Women in media unconvinced by gender equality progress

Women in media unconvinced by gender equality progress

Women working in the media are unconvinced about the progress of gender equality in the industry with many considering quitting their jobs.

YouTube, Meta, TikTok reveal misinformation tidal wave

YouTube, Meta, TikTok reveal misinformation tidal wave

More than 25,000 Australian videos featuring misinformation have been removed from YouTube and TikTok as tech giants turn to AI tools to identify issues.

Australia risks missing AI boost if it gets rules wrong

Australia risks missing AI boost if it gets rules wrong

Australia could miss productivity gains and health breakthroughs if it does not consider artificial intelligence rules carefully, a Google executive says.

Disney laying off several hundred in film, TV, finance

Disney laying off several hundred in film, TV, finance

A source says Walt Disney is laying off several hundred workers in multiple teams around the world.

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Telco partnership opens AI-powered search to the masses

Telco partnership opens AI-powered search to the masses

Telco partnership opens AI-powered search to the masses

Telco partnership opens AI-powered search to the masses

Artificial intelligence technology use could rise in Australia after a major telecommunications provider teamed with an AI-powered search engine.

Australian watchdog issues warning to Musk's Starlink

Australian watchdog issues warning to Musk's Starlink

Australian watchdog issues warning to Musk's Starlink

Australian watchdog issues warning to Musk's Starlink

The satellite internet service owned by controversial billionaire Elon Musk has been warned by Australia's telco watchdog over failures to report complaints.

Musk takes on eSafety tsar in court over content duty

Musk takes on eSafety tsar in court over content duty

Musk takes on eSafety tsar in court over content duty

Musk takes on eSafety tsar in court over content duty

Outspoken billionaire Elon Musk's X Corp is mounting a Federal Court challenge against Australia's eSafety Commissioner.

No tuning out as influencers reshape political campaign

No tuning out as influencers reshape political campaign

No tuning out as influencers reshape political campaign

No tuning out as influencers reshape political campaign

Politicians need to find new ways to reach young voters or risk irrelevance, one of Australia's most prominent social media commentators says.

Disinformation bots targeting Dutton, boosting Albanese

Disinformation bots targeting Dutton, boosting Albanese

Disinformation bots targeting Dutton, boosting Albanese

Disinformation bots targeting Dutton, boosting Albanese

A concerted influence campaign targeting senior coalition figures including the opposition leader has been uncovered days before the federal election.

Aussie authors launch bid to close the book on AI theft

Aussie authors launch bid to close the book on AI theft

Aussie authors launch bid to close the book on AI theft

Aussie authors launch bid to close the book on AI theft

More than 1700 Australian authors have reported their works were stolen to train AI software but experts say lawsuits may be a gamble and new laws are needed.

Abbie Chatfield cleared of breaching electoral rules

Abbie Chatfield cleared of breaching electoral rules

Abbie Chatfield cleared of breaching electoral rules

Abbie Chatfield cleared of breaching electoral rules

Abbie Chatfield has been cleared of overstepping electoral rules after a review of posts by the social media influencer featuring politician interviews.

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Dating app code comes online to prevent abuse of users

Dating app platforms have signed up to a voluntary safety code, putting in place proactive measures to protect users from being abused.

Explicit Kyle and Jackie O show 'beyond the bounds'

The popular Kyle and Jackie O radio show has again breached decency standards with its explicit content, the media watchdog has found.

Producer in Bruce Lehrmann TV tell-all sues Seven

Seven has been accused of defamation by an ex-producer who helped sweeten the deal with Bruce Lehrmann ahead of a tell-all interview responding to rape claims.

Social media push to foster respectful relationships

A social media campaign aims to help young men call out disrespect against women after research found many did not know how to do so.

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Meta to mark AI, deepfakes to shield election integrity

The parent company of Facebook and Instagram, Meta, is implementing transparency measures to tackle disinformation during the Australian election.

Big fear revealed among older women as trust collapses

A heightened fear of prejudice amongst older women and support for hostile activism are signs that public trust in government and business is waning.

Nine looks to turn page on strife under new top dog

Media giant Nine has appointed Matthew Stanton as chief executive officer and managing director, replacing Mike Sneesby who stepped down after internal turmoil.

Fake NZ actor accounts target vulnerable women

The Kiwi star of Virgin River is warning fans to be wary over hundreds of fake accounts posing as him on social media.

Meghan and Drew share hugs and memories in TV show talk

In a TV show appearance with talk queen and actor Drew Barrymore, the Duchess of Sussex has opened up about her love of "touch and hold and embrace".

More charges for broadcaster Jones before court return

Alan Jones will soon return to court to fight dozens of charges, and police have just announced another in relation to an 11th alleged victim.

Most workers feel overwhelmed by AI but bosses want it

Four out of every five Aussie workers are overwhelmed by changes at work but most executives want to use artificial intelligence to create bigger transitions.

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