AustraliaAustralia passes Online Safety Amendment Bill requiring risk assessments for online businesses
Australia's House of Representatives passed the Online Safety Amendment (Digital Duty of Care) Bill 2026, mandating online businesses to conduct risk assessments and report to eSafety, with penalties for non-compliance.
Background
Governments worldwide are grappling with how to regulate online platforms to protect users, balance free speech, and hold companies accountable. This Australian legislation reflects a global trend towards increased state oversight of digital services and content moderation practices.
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Online Safety Amendment Bill passes Australian House of Representatives
First report 12h agoLast update 6h agoSupport for the bill, emphasizing its aim to increase online safety and give users more power and choice, while dismissing claims it threatens freedom of speech.
Online Safety Amendment Bill Passes Australian House of Representatives
First report 6h agoLast update 4h agoThe bill passed with strong support from Labor, Independents, and the Greens, aiming to increase online business accountability.
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