Media statement

27-11-2023

Complaint by Reset Australia against X (f.k.a Twitter) upheld by Australian Code of Practice on Disinformation and Misinformation independent Complaints Sub-Committee

Media release, Monday, 27 November 2023 – A decision by an independent committee in relation to a complaint by Reset Australia against X (f.k.a Twitter) under the Australian Code of Practice on Disinformation and Misinformation (ACPDM) has been reached today. The Digital Industry Group Inc. (DIGI) is releasing this decision in its role as the […]

29-05-2023

Annual transparency reports reveal tech sector progress in the misinformation fight

Monday 29 May 2023 – Today eight major technology companies have released new insights and data into their management of mis- and disinformation in Australia, by filing their annual transparency reports under DIGI’s Australian Code of Practice on Disinformation and Misinformation. In line with the annual reporting period under the code, the reports cover data […]

16-05-2023

DIGI welcomes launch of the National Anti-Scam Centre

On today’s, launch of the National Anti-Scam Centre, DIGI Managing Director Sunita Bose said: “DIGI welcomes the launch and continued funding of the National Anti-Scams Centre (NASC), and we look forward to working with the Government on the details of this important initiative. “While DIGI’s members invest heavily in protecting Australian consumers from scams, consumers […]

10-05-2023

Online safety, cyber security, privacy and consumer protection boost welcome in Federal Budget

The Digital Industry Group Inc. (DIGI) congratulates the Australian Government on the delivery of the federal budget, and its important funding commitments toward online safety, cyber security, privacy and consumer protection, which are top priorities for DIGI and its members. DIGI Managing Director Sunita Bose said: “The breadth of today’s digital ecosystem requires relevant regulators […]