Australia to bring anti-scam law targeting internet giants this year

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Australia to bring anti-scam law targeting internet giants this year
Australia plans to introduce a law by the end of the year forcing internet companies to proactively stop hosting scams or face hefty fines, the top consumer regulator said, potentially setting up another showdown with Big Tech. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) and the ...

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