Victoria Announces New Social Media 'Demasking' Powers for Accounts Accused of Vilification The Victorian government has proposed changes to social media regulations, granting the Victorian civil and administrative tribunal (Vcat) "demasking" powers to reveal the identities of account holders accused of online harassment.
This move follows a global trend of increased scrutiny of social media companies' impact on children's mental health. Critics argue that these reforms fall short of what is truly needed.
Associate Professor Marilyn Bromberg of the University of Western Australia notes that the threshold for negligence claims remains unchanged for adult victims, leaving many without recourse.