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Australia Proposes Law for Algorithmic or Follow-Only Feeds

9/8/2026

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Australia proposes law requiring platforms to offer algorithmic or follow-only feeds.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced the reforms in Canberra on September 8, 2026.
The legislation applies to users aged 16 and older.
Non-compliance may incur penalties up to A$109.2 million.
The eSafety regulator will enforce the law, including removal of harmful content.

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Story summary

Australia proposes law requiring platforms to offer algorithmic or follow-only feeds.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced the reforms in Canberra on September 8, 2026.
The legislation applies to users aged 16 and older.
Non-compliance may incur penalties up to A$109.2 million.
The eSafety regulator will enforce the law, including removal of harmful content.