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Musk’s X Says Parents Need to Take the Lead on Online Safety, Not Big Tech
‘We have serious concerns as to the lawfulness of the Bill, including its compatibility with other regulations and laws,’ X said.
A Victory for Free Speech: Labor’s Backdown on Misinformation Bill Sparks Widespread Reaction
Senator Jenny McAllister said failure of the bill to pass meant the government would ‘not be in a position to help keep Australians safe.’
Over 30,000 Australians Back Petition to Halt Misinformation and Disinformation Bill
The Australian Senate is due to consider the Bill next week, after it passed the House of Representatives with support of Labor and the Teals.
An Assault on the Internet: US Professor Visits Australia to Warn Against Misinformation Bill
Labor’s bill has passed the House of Representatives, but faces an upcoming showdown in the Senate.
Australian Misinformation Bill Faces Roadblock From 2 More Senators
The legislation has been described as ‘dangerous’ by the Opposition.
Australia’s Misinformation Bill Faces Upper House Battle as Elon Musk, Senators Cite Free Speech Threat
Two independent Senators Tammy Tyrrell and David Pocock have already indicated they will oppose the bill.
Nigel Biggar on the ‘Soft Centre’: Moderates Have Allowed Free Speech to Erode
Theologian Nigel Biggar is touring Australia.
Christian, Muslim Leaders Concerned Australian ‘Misinformation’ Bill Could Limit Moral, Spiritual Discussions
The Christ the Good Shepherd Church condemned the use of the Sydney stabbing incident earlier this year to further a ‘political censorship agenda.’
Poll Backs More Freedom at New Zealand Universities
A new poll by the NZ Free Speech Union, conducted by Curia Market Research, shows support for funding universities based on their support for free speech.
Opinion: Who Needs Free Speech When You Can Have ‘Safe Speech?’
Eight reasons why the muzzle of moderation trumps the megaphone of freedom.
Australian Opposition Backs US Approach on TikTok
Elon Musk has indicated he does not support a TikTok ban in the states.
Up to 5 Years in Prison for Possession of a Meme? Hermann Kelly on Ireland’s New Hate Speech Bill
Hermann Kelly is president of the Irish Freedom Party, which promotes preserving Irish culture and national identity.
Misinformation Crackdown ‘The Revenge of the Establishment’: British Pundit
‘Often what they mean by misinformation is ordinary people who have the temerity to disagree with the elites.’
Video Takedown Fight With Musk’s X Lands in Court
The eSafety commissioner had ordered the removal of the footage but X’s response was to block the video to Australian IP addresses, the court was told.