Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan is proposing a significant overhaul of social media regulations in the state, with new laws aimed at protecting children from online harassment. Under the proposed legislation, social media companies would be required to identify anonymous users who are accused of online vilification, giving victims and authorities a crucial tool in tackling online abuse. The move is part of a broader suite of social media reforms announced by the premier, which also includes measures to crack down on the spread of misinformation and protect users from cyberbullying. The push for greater accountability from social media companies comes as concerns about online safety continue to grow, with many parents and advocacy groups calling for more effective measures to protect children from the darker side of the internet.
New laws would give Vcat power to force social and AI platforms to identify anonymous users in move premier says will protect childrenGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastSocial media companies could be forced to identify anonymous accounts accused of online vilification, under new laws being proposed in Victoria.The Victorian premier, Jacinta Allan, announced a suite of social media reforms on Sunday, saying families needed new ways to protect their children online. Continue reading...
