Policy · 7h ago
Australia flags Big Tech gaps in detecting child sexual abuse
Australia's eSafety regulator found serious gaps in how major tech platforms detect and respond to online child sexual abuse, including failure to identify known coercion scripts. The report highlights inadequate proactive measures and inconsistent reporting across platforms. Regulators warn that current industry efforts fall short of legal obligations under Australian law.
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The findings underscore a persistent disconnect between tech companies' stated commitments and actual enforcement, raising questions about the effectiveness of self-regulation in child safety.
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