The Australian government introduced draft legislation requiring social media platforms to provide an opt-out for algorithmically curated feeds. The My Feed, My Way initiative mandates that platforms notify users of their right to choose a chronological feed consisting exclusively of followed accounts.
Non-compliant companies face fines exceeding A$100 million.
The proposal forms part of a broader digital duty of care bill focused on online safety. The legislation targets protections for users under 18 against harmful content and addictive design features. These rules apply to online games, mobile applications, and AI chatbots.
This initiative follows Australia's recent social media ban for children under 16. It reflects growing global scrutiny regarding the impact of recommendation algorithms.