Australia Moves to Ban Doxxing in Response to Antisemitic Attacks

The Australian government announces plans to criminalize doxxing following the release of personal details of hundreds of Jewish individuals by pro-Palestinian activists.

The Australian government is set to introduce laws to ban doxxing after personal information of Jewish Australians was published online.
Attorney-General Mark Dreyfus, responding to the rise in antisemitism, emphasized the need for stronger protections against hate speech.
The proposed laws will include issuing take-down notices to social media platforms and imposing fines for violations.
The move comes amid a global increase in antisemitism following the recent conflict between Israel and Hamas.
Cybersecurity experts question the enforceability of the new laws, highlighting challenges in policing online behavior.

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