Labor plans crackdown on social media algorithms as Taylor says he’s ‘deeply sceptical’

A proposed digital duty of care for social media platforms in Australia is set to spark political debate as legislation is expected to be introduced this week. The government’s push to regulate harmful content online has drawn sharp criticism from the opposition, which warns the measures could amount to censorship and restrict free speech. With lawmakers set to return, the clash highlights deep divisions over how to balance online safety with digital freedoms. The draft law aims to hold platforms accountable for user welfare, but its reception remains uncertain amid fierce opposition.

Anika Wells expected to release legislation creating a digital duty of care in parliament this week, but Coalition argues it is ‘attempt to censor the internet’Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesSign up for Guardian Australia’s Politics, really newsletter hereLabor’s plan to crack down on social media algorithms faces significant opposition in federal parliament, with the opposition leader, Angus Taylor, warning against efforts by the government to “censor” free speech online.The communications minister, Anika Wells, is expected to release draft legislation creating a digital duty of care for social media users in Australia as parliament returns this week.Sign up for Guardian Australia’s Politics, really newsletter here Continue reading...