Toxic algorithms wouldn't let them go - now Australia wants an off switch

Australia has proposed a switch to force social media platforms to let users turn off recommended content.

GB1d ago1 min read

SOURCE: BBC Technology

Australia has proposed a switch to force social media platforms to let users turn off recommended content.

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This report is attributed to BBC Technology, published 16 October 2026.

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