Digital duty of care laws must not come at the expense of access to information
The Australian government's proposed digital duty of care is an important step towards tackling online harms against women and girls, but there is a risk that platforms could over-censor legitimate information. An RMIT expert says policymakers and regulators must ensure that access to information on drug and sex education is protected.
Small businesses need AI support, not awareness
Australian small and medium-sized businesses are already embracing AI, but many lack the time, expertise and support to embed it across their operations. RMIT experts discuss the barriers to AI adoption and what governments can do to help.
Why algorithm reform should be central to Labor’s Digital Duty of Care bill
As Labor prepares to introduce its Digital Duty of Care legislation this week, concerns are growing over algorithms exposing young people to harmful online content. An RMIT expert explains why platforms prioritise polarising content for profit and why greater user control is needed.
Statement: Flydubai flight incident
RMIT is aware of media reporting of a former student alleged to be involved in the Flydubai flight incident.
