'Turbocharging anger': Australia's online safety crackdown

Australia's online safety bill advances amid warnings about rising online hate, as politicians clash over free speech and the responsibilities of tech giants.<br /><br />The federal government's digital duty of care bill is progressing through parliament amid warnings that social media is fuelling anger and violence. MPs are divided over free speech, online safety and the growing risks posed by AI chatbots and deepfakes. How far should Australia go to hold tech giants accountable?<br><br><br><b>In this episode</b><br><br><ul><li>Anthony Albanese warns social media is “turbocharging anger”</li><li>Why the Coalition opposes the bill over free speech concerns</li><li>The push to protect Australians from harmful AI chatbots and deepfakes</li><li>Could tougher laws force tech giants to take greater responsibility?</li><li>The political hurdles facing the bill as it heads to the Senate</li></ul>SBS News in Depth is a news analysis podcast from SBS, going behind the headlines with reporting and interviews on the stories shaping Australia and the world.<br><br><br><br>Listen to more episodes of <u>SBS News in Depth</u>, and follow the show on the <u>SBS Audio app</u>, <u>Apple Podcasts</u>, <u>Spotify</u> or wherever you get your podcasts.<br><br><br><br>For the latest news from Australia and around the world, visit <u>SBS News</u> and follow us on <u>YouTube</u>, <u>TikTok</u>, <u>Instagram</u>, <u>Facebook</u> and <u>X</u>.