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Victoria Introduces Social Media ‘Demasking’ Laws

Updated 2026-07-19 06:40 UTC 1 source Neutral

Premier Victoria has announced new laws allowing Vcat to force social and AI platforms to identify anonymous users. The move aims to protect children from online vilification.

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Victoria announces new social media ‘demasking’ powers for accounts accused of vilification

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2026-07-19 06:11 UTC