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Australia proposes hefty fines for social media companies under digital safety bill
Australia
First seen: Sep 6, 2026, 9:16 PM UTCUpdated: Sep 6, 2026, 9:16 PM UTC
WHAT HAPPENED
Australia's government is promising substantial fines for social media companies ahead of a Digital Duty of Care bill. Veterans are also reportedly escalating a healthcare dispute by surrendering medals.
SO WHAT?
The proposed platform penalties could materially affect technology companies operating in Australia and intensify national regulation of online services.
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theage.com.auen
Australia news LIVE: Government promises hefty fines for social media giants ahead of Digital Duty of Care bill; Veterans to lay down medals in escalation of healthcare fight
Sep 6, 2026, 9:16 PM UTC
smh.com.auen
Australia news LIVE: Government promises hefty fines for social media giants ahead of Digital Duty of Care bill; Veterans to lay down medals in escalation of healthcare fight
Sep 6, 2026, 9:16 PM UTC
brisbanetimes.com.auen
Australia news LIVE: Government promises hefty fines for social media giants ahead of Digital Duty of Care bill; Veterans to lay down medals in escalation of healthcare fight
Sep 6, 2026, 9:16 PM UTC