Australia will increase pressure on technology firms to tackle misinformation

Sydney, Australia (EFE), March 21. Australia said on Monday that it will introduce legislation this year to compel giant internet firms such as Meta (Facebook) and Google to take steps to combat the spread of misinformation on their digital platforms.

"Digital platforms have accountability for what appears on their sites and for taking some action when misleading or harmful information emerges on their sites," said Australi....