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ACMA to receive new powers against misinformation under new legislation

Darcy Song

January 23, 2023 9:30

The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) will soon have new jurisdiction in its oversight of digital platforms to combat misinformation and disinformation.

In a bid to create “transparency around efforts by digital platforms to respond to misinformation and disinformation”, the Federal Government is giving information-gather and record-keeping power to the media watchdog.

Minister for Communications Michelle Rowland

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Darcy Song

Darcy Song was a reporter at Mumbrella, covering media owners, adtech and social platforms. She left in October 2023.

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