AI Matters
Why it matters
Australia to mandate user opt-outs for AI and social media algorithms
The Guardian AI Labor wants Australians to be able to opt out of online algorithms. How will it change your feed?
The Australian government announced plans to force digital platforms to allow users to opt out of algorithmic feeds, search engines, and AI chatbots.
Why it matters
Users will gain direct control over their feeds, allowing them to bypass automated recommendation engines on search platforms and social networks.
Latest brief · Oct 19, 2026