Social media users could opt out of the algorithm if Australian government has its way – but that’s a big if

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Even if the legislation passes, tech companies may still find ways to frustrate its intent and keep Australians hooked on their feed Social media could become a “choose your own adventure” between the doom-scrolling status quo, or just the feed of the friends you want to see, if the government’s planned digital duty of care legislation passes, and the tech companies don’t muck around on compliance. Newsiline summarises this report from The Guardian Australia and links readers to the original publisher for the full story.

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