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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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…
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What happened
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…
Why it matters
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Common ground
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Perspective signals
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Follow-up questions
- What concrete event or decision sits underneath the headline: Social media users could opt out of the algorithm if Australian government has its way – but that’s a big if?
- Which source closest to the event can confirm the central detail?
- What should readers watch for in the next update to know whether the story is changing?