Google, Civil Groups Concerned Over ‘World-First’ Australian Cyber Takedown Laws

Google, Civil Groups Concerned Over ‘World-First’ Australian Cyber Takedown Laws
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Daniel Y. Teng
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Sweeping new powers are being granted to Australia’s eSafety Commissioner to monitor and takedown “seriously harmful content”, including those related to cyberbullying and revenge porn.

However, lawyers, civil rights groups, and tech giant Google have expressed concerns about the new law’s scope and possible infringements on civil liberties.

Daniel Y. Teng
Daniel Y. Teng
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Daniel Y. Teng is based in Brisbane, Australia. He focuses on national affairs, including federal politics and Australia-China relations. Got a tip? Contact him at [email protected].
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