Posts tagged "digital platforms inquiry"

The ACCC is investigating how tech giants like Facebook, Instagram and TikTok engage with commercial users and consumers alike.

Facebook has blocked the sharing of news content in Australia, and last month, Google threatened to exit the market. So what’s prompting these nuclear options?

Digital platforms, the websites and apps which compete for our precious screen time, have successfully invaded many sectors of the 'old economy'.

A consensus is growing that intervention is urgently required to bring legal oversight into the practices of the world’s largest tech monopolies.

Australia’s consumer watchdog, the ACCC, has recommended significant changes to our consumer protection and privacy laws.

The Spam Act, as it stands, enables customers to be bombarded with emails they have neither requested or are necessarily interested in.

The ACCC has found dealings between Google, Facebook and small businesses lack transparency and adequate dispute resolution mechanisms.

The ACCC is currently conducting an inquiry into digital platforms — but policy changes should not overlook small businesses.

The ACCC's recommendations would significantly affect the way the digital platforms make their money, and influence the content Australians consume.