Julie Inman Grant

Julie Inman Grant is Australia's eSafety Commissioner, heading the government agency responsible for online safety regulation. She is currently newsworthy due to the implementation of several significant online safety measures in Australia. These include new laws requiring age verification for access to adult content, a world-first ban on social media for users under 16, and increased scrutiny of social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter) and YouTube. Inman Grant's office is investigating X over AI-generated deepfakes and has expressed concerns about the platform's content moderation. YouTube has criticized the social media ban, arguing it will reduce parental control and make children less safe online. Inman Grant has also emphasized the importance of companies abiding by Australian laws when providing services in the country. Her role places her at the forefront of global efforts to regulate online content and protect children from harmful material.