Australia’s federal government says it’s found the best solution to curb the growing number of online harms.
The latest initiative dubbed ‘Digital Duty of Care’ for tech firms is designed to limit online harms. Such an announcement is in line with the government’s plans to enable a social media ban for younger and tighter laws on digital apps like Google, Instagram, X, TikTok, and Facebook.
This comes after a growing rise in misinformation and disinformation across the region.
Yesterday, the Minister for Communications revealed why the government was introducing such initiatives in the first place. This includes a system of prevention that just cannot rely on regulating content alone.
They hope the move can be a positive step from the usual. It’s a digital duty of care with legal obligations to make sure the safety of others is a top priority. It’s not just limited to doing harm but also means taking huge steps to stop harm.
The plan hopes to add pressure on major tech giants like Meta, Google, and X so consumers remain protected at all times. It hopes to get more social media apps together so their products don’t cause more harm than what’s being done.
All tech giants will also be asked to keep routine checks on risk assessment for identifying harmful material. It’s a test for now and only time can tell whether or not it can be successful but we do feel it’s a great start.
It’s a new approach that comes as a recommendation by the current Online Safety Act that puts power in the hands of the users. Those in the EU can even roll out complaints online if they encounter them. It’s directly addressed to social media giants.
Tech firms will refuse to get rid of content and users will complain about the matter to the Digital Services Coordinator for further insights on the matter. If they wish to take legal action in case their voice isn’t heard, they have the right to do so.
In cases where a lot of experts are talking about issues linked to the government ban for those under 16, this plan seems more appropriate. It addresses any controversial decisions including a simple ban for all youngsters on social media. The goal here is to force tech giants to transform the online ecosystem into a safer and healthier community.
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The latest initiative dubbed ‘Digital Duty of Care’ for tech firms is designed to limit online harms. Such an announcement is in line with the government’s plans to enable a social media ban for younger and tighter laws on digital apps like Google, Instagram, X, TikTok, and Facebook.
This comes after a growing rise in misinformation and disinformation across the region.
Yesterday, the Minister for Communications revealed why the government was introducing such initiatives in the first place. This includes a system of prevention that just cannot rely on regulating content alone.
They hope the move can be a positive step from the usual. It’s a digital duty of care with legal obligations to make sure the safety of others is a top priority. It’s not just limited to doing harm but also means taking huge steps to stop harm.
The plan hopes to add pressure on major tech giants like Meta, Google, and X so consumers remain protected at all times. It hopes to get more social media apps together so their products don’t cause more harm than what’s being done.
All tech giants will also be asked to keep routine checks on risk assessment for identifying harmful material. It’s a test for now and only time can tell whether or not it can be successful but we do feel it’s a great start.
It’s a new approach that comes as a recommendation by the current Online Safety Act that puts power in the hands of the users. Those in the EU can even roll out complaints online if they encounter them. It’s directly addressed to social media giants.
Tech firms will refuse to get rid of content and users will complain about the matter to the Digital Services Coordinator for further insights on the matter. If they wish to take legal action in case their voice isn’t heard, they have the right to do so.
In cases where a lot of experts are talking about issues linked to the government ban for those under 16, this plan seems more appropriate. It addresses any controversial decisions including a simple ban for all youngsters on social media. The goal here is to force tech giants to transform the online ecosystem into a safer and healthier community.
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