BLUF
The eSafety Commissioner alleges Telegram failed to detect and remove extremist and terrorist content, including attack and execution videos. The case tests Australia’s online safety laws and could result in penalties, or even a ban.Learning Outcomes
- Explain the responsibilities of online platforms under Australia’s Online Safety Act 2021, including requirements for moderating, removing, and reporting harmful or unlawful content.
- Assess the challenges that encrypted and minimally moderated platforms face in balancing freedom of communication, privacy, and the prevention of extremist and harmful content.
- Evaluate the role of regulators and legal enforcement mechanisms in holding technology companies accountable for online safety obligations and protecting users from online harms.
