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Senator Warns Digital ID Could Link With ‘Misinformation’ Bill, Digital Currency
Thousands have gathered at rallies across major capital cities to protest Australia’s impending national digital ID.
Jack Dorsey Exits Bluesky, Praises ‘Freedom Technology’ X
Mr. Dorsey faced criticism for praising X, with users pointing out the censorship on Twitter when he was in charge.
ANALYSIS: Digital ID Deadline Looms, Yet Only 8 Percent of Indonesians Are Onboard
The government’s goal was for 220 million citizens to be signed up to its digital ID by June 2024.
Trojan Tomato: A New GMO is Designed to Infiltrate America’s Gardens
Gardeners can buy a new seed, a genetically modified tomato the FDA barely looked at and GMO proponents hope will win Americans over to more modified foods.
‘Smokescreen’ for Misinformation Bill: Ex-PM Warns Against Taking Down Video of Bishop Stabbing
Former Prime Minister Tony Abbott was also concerned authorities may be keen to remove the footage due to an ‘anxiety about Islamophobia.’
Lindsey Graham Says FBI in Possession of His Phone After Possible Hack
‘I get a message, I think, from Schumer,’ said Mr. Graham. ‘It ain’t from Schumer.’
Google, DOJ Make Closing Arguments in Landmark Antitrust Case
Google has reportedly defended itself by claiming its actions were sound business decisions and that other search engines failed because of inferior quality.
‘Billboard Chris’ and X to Appeal Order to Remove Post Criticising Trans Activist
Australia’s internet regulator ordered X to remove a post critical of the WHO appointing a trans-activist to an expert panel.
State MP Presents Motion to Stop ‘Relentless’ Banking Branch Closures
Major banks have been steadily closing branches across Australia citing the popularity of online digital services.
Apple Confirms It’s Working on Urgent iPhone Alarm Fix
Apple said this week that it is working on a fix to a problem with the iPhone’s alarm system.
MPs’ WhatsApp Messages Should Be Disclosed, Says Committee
A cross-party group of MPs has been looking into transparency standards, following a lobbying scandal involving former Prime Minister David Cameron.
Deadline Looms as Major Bank Gears up for Cashless Transition
The investment bank is phasing out all cash and cheque services in 2024.
Major Bank Promises Not to Close Anymore Regional Branches Until 2027
Westpac will instead invest more than $150 million in the branch network in the next two years.
Think Tank Questions Government’s Near $1 Billion Bet on Quantum Computer
The Commonwealth and Queensland governments have commited almost a billion dollars to quantum computing start-up PsiQuantum.
Supreme Court Allows Texas to Enforce Porn Age-Verification Law
The law also requires pornography websites to include ‘health warnings’ on their landing page.
Bipartisan Bill to Bar Children Under 13 From Social Media Moving in Senate
‘Parents know there’s no good reason for a child to be doom-scrolling or binge-watching reels that glorify unhealthy lifestyles,’ Sen. Ted Cruz said.
Google Workers Fired Over Israel Protests File Federal Labor Complaint
The former employees are seeking the reinstatement of their jobs and back pay.
Kaiser Permanente: Data Breach May Impact 13.4 Million Customers
Data shared with third-party vendors potentially includes member names and IP addresses.
Elon Musk Position on X Censorship ‘Absolutely Driving Me Crazy’: Minister
The minister argued protecting the community is ‘not censorship.’
