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Meta Fights Australia's Privacy Law Amid Business Concerns

7/18/2025

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Meta is rallying against proposed privacy law changes in Australia that could hinder the use of personal data from Facebook and Instagram for AI training. They argue that diverse datasets are crucial for improving AI capabilities. Meanwhile, businesses like Bunnings and Woolworths worry that such reforms could compromise customer safety and personalized services.

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Meta is rallying against proposed privacy law changes in Australia that could hinder the use of personal data from Facebook and Instagram for AI training. They argue that diverse datasets are crucial for improving AI capabilities. Meanwhile, businesses like Bunnings and Woolworths worry that such reforms could compromise customer safety and personalized services.