Australia’s plan to let users opt out of social media algorithms | Explained

Written and edited by the WorldPing NewsdeskPublished Updated Original reporting: The Hindu

What happened

Why does Australia want people to opt out of algorithm-driven feed?

What have social media companies said?

Do other countries have similar laws?

Key facts

  • Reported by The Hindu and published Thu, 10 Sep 2026 11:22:06 UTC.

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