Online Harms:
What is the global state of play?
2021 saw governments again rushing to tighten oversight of the internet. We assess the key trends and developments worldwide.
This series focuses sharply on Australian online safety regulations. As businesses navigate new technologies, they face online safety challenges. Keeping pace with Australia's ever-changing regulations is essential.
After delays due to generative AI developments, the industry code applying to search engine services (Industry Code) came into force on 12 March 2024. This follows the recent announcement of the Australian and UK governments joining forces in a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen bilateral cooperation to tackle online harms.
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What is the global state of play?
2021 saw governments again rushing to tighten oversight of the internet. We assess the key trends and developments worldwide.
Online Safety Series
Join us as we shine the spotlight on global regulation, specifically addressing online safety.
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