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Australia Moves to Ban Stalking Apps and Deepfakes

9/3/2025

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Australia is implementing reforms to ban apps associated with stalking and deepfake nudes.
Minister Anika Wells emphasized the need for tech platforms to restrict harmful technologies.
A survey found that 10% of young people know someone impacted by deepfake imagery.
New legal measures aim to mitigate online harm, including a social media ban for minors.
Platforms that fail to protect users under 16 may face fines up to 49.5 million AUD.

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Story summary

Australia is implementing reforms to ban apps associated with stalking and deepfake nudes.
Minister Anika Wells emphasized the need for tech platforms to restrict harmful technologies.
A survey found that 10% of young people know someone impacted by deepfake imagery.
New legal measures aim to mitigate online harm, including a social media ban for minors.
Platforms that fail to protect users under 16 may face fines up to 49.5 million AUD.