Part 6/11:
The Misinformation Bill and Its Connection
The timing of these discussions coincides closely with the failed “mis and disinformation bill,” which sought to combat fake news online but was ultimately dropped due to public resistance. Some see the current push to restrict children's online access as part of a broader strategy to tighten digital controls under the guise of protecting viewers, especially children.
The Deputy E-Safety Commissioner’s vocal push for YouTube inclusion signals that these efforts are multifaceted and perhaps more about restricting content than genuinely safeguarding minors.