Australia Threatens Tech Platforms With $109 Million Fines Over Feeds
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's bill lets users over 16 opt out of algorithmic feeds and blocks minors from porn, eating-disorder and crime content.
- Covered platforms include social media, online games, apps, AI chatbots and messaging services, per the release.
- Communications Minister Anika Wells's rules also target "nudify" apps and sites through mandatory removal notices.
- Non-compliant companies face fines up to $109.2 million; the bill goes to Parliament sometime in 2026.
Why it matters: A notification box is optics; the real power is Canberra deciding what content is legal to show.
Prime Minister of Australia - "My feed, My Way" media release ↗ · Sep 8, 20269/8/26