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‘Doxxing’ to Be Banned After 600 Jewish Identities Leaked Online

The Australian government plans to ban ‘doxxing,’ the malicious publication of private information online.
‘Doxxing’ to Be Banned After 600 Jewish Identities Leaked Online
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Monica O’Shea
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The federal government plans to ban “doxxing” after the private details of 600 Jewish people were published online by pro-Palestinian activists.

Doxxing is the act of publishing private and confidential information on the internet with malicious intent.

Monica O’Shea
Monica O’Shea
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Monica O’Shea is a reporter based in Australia. She previously worked as a reporter for Motley Fool Australia, Daily Mail Australia, and Fairfax Regional Media. She can be reached at monica.o'[email protected]
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