Trump administration calls Australia's tech regulation 'extortion'

The Trump administration warned Australia not to impose rules on US tech platforms, calling such rules extortion.

Why it mattersIt signals a major clash between Australia's plan to regulate social media and US pressure to protect its tech companies from rules.

AustraliaThe Albanese government faces international pushback on its plan to protect Australians from algorithm-driven content, potentially delaying or watering down the laws.

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Trump administration warns Albanese against penalizing US tech giants

The Trump administration warned Albanese against penalizing US tech giants. Albanese plans to push the policy at the UN.

Why it mattersA conflict between Australian and US tech policy could escalate trade tensions. It could also reshape how social media platforms operate globally.

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Australia shrugs off US criticism of social media algorithm opt-out plan

Australia introduced draft laws letting users opt out of social media algorithms. The country brushed aside Trump administration concerns about free speech.