Albanese government lets users opt out of social media algorithms

The Albanese government proposes laws that let social media users turn off algorithms. Users could see posts from accounts they follow instead.

Why it mattersAustralians see what algorithms choose to show them every day. Better control over feeds shapes what we believe and how we spend our money.

AustraliaIf passed, Australians would decide whether algorithms control their feeds, potentially reducing exposure to harmful content and online manipulation.

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