Australia news live: hundreds of new charges for man accused of illegal recording in Melbourne hospital toilets; YouTube to comply with social media ban

Australian news includes hundreds of new charges against a man accused of illegal recordings in Melbourne hospital toilets. YouTube will comply with Australia's social media ban, following a case where X (formerly Twitter) challenged the eSafety commissioner's removal request. The eSafety commissioner clarified to senators that geo-blocking content for Australian users is considered compliance with Australian law. This action does not affect what American platforms serve to American users, thus not impinging on American freedom of speech. The eSafety commissioner is responding to a letter from a US lawmaker regarding the Online Safety Act.

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