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Sky News quietly removes content before senate inquiry
Sky News Australia has quietly begun to remove content from its platforms that questions the country’s Covid-19 pandemic response or unproven treatments for the disease
It comes as the controversial news network prepares to face a Senate inquiry on Friday, to face questions about media diversity.
The broadcaster was suspended from YouTube for seven days last week after posting material that goes against the platform’s Covid misinformation policies.
The CEO of Sky News, as well as a prominent presenter and the digital editor have all criticised YouTube for deleting the videos, but the company has since removed all questionable content from its website.
YouTube says “we have clear and established Covid-19 medical misinformation policies based on local and global health authority guidance, to prevent the spread of Covid-19 misinformation that could cause real-world harm.”
Free speech defence
The news network is not backing down, with the company’s digital editor Jack Houghton arguing YouTube’s decision to suspend Sky News Australia is a disturbing attack on the ability to think freely.
“Sky News Australia has been temporarily suspended from posting on the Google-owned platform YouTube for publishing opinion content the tech giant disagrees with,” Houghton says.
“Among the videos deemed unpalatable for societal consumption were debates around whether masks were effective and whether lockdowns were justified when considering their adverse health outcomes.”
“The stance taken by some commentators at this network was that masks are not effective in containing outbreaks, particularly when mandated outside in the fresh air. Some also took issue with the frequency and mechanisms of locking down Australians.
“Other commentators vehemently disagreed, and their views were also published.”
“The science is certainly not clear on either of these two points,” Houghton says.
Greens Senator calls for inquiry into Sky News Aus for spreading misinformation
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Australia’s new National AI Plan aims to transform the future of tech
Australia’s National AI Plan aims to make it a global leader in AI, focusing on safe, responsible innovation and workforce support.
Australia’s National AI Plan aims to make it a global leader in AI, focusing on safe, responsible innovation and workforce support.
Australia has unveiled its ambitious National AI Plan, a blueprint designed to position the country as a global leader in artificial intelligence. The plan focuses on building smarter infrastructure, strengthening domestic capability, and encouraging innovation across a wide range of sectors.
A key priority is ensuring the safe and responsible use of AI technologies. This includes frameworks to prevent harm, attract global investment, and boost industry collaboration while unlocking opportunities for businesses and communities across the nation.
The government also aims to support and upskill Australian workers, promoting widespread adoption of AI and improving public services. The vision is to ensure every corner of the country benefits from the next wave of technological progress.
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Stocks rebound as Bitcoin and tech surge ahead of Fed meeting
Stocks rebound as tech and bitcoin rise, fueled by optimism over potential Fed interest rate cuts.
Stocks rebound as tech and bitcoin rise, fueled by optimism over potential Fed interest rate cuts.
Stocks bounced back today as investors cheered gains in technology shares and bitcoin. Optimism is building around a potential interest rate cut from the Federal Reserve on December 10, fueling a bullish mood in the markets.
December has historically been a strong month for equities, with the S&P 500 averaging more than a 1% gain. Analysts are watching closely as the final weeks of the year could set the tone for 2026.
For expert insights, Chris Weston from Pepperstone breaks down what investors should watch and how the market could react to the Fed’s next move.
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Kristi Noem pushes to expand U.S. travel ban amid rising security concerns
Noem calls for expanding U.S. travel ban amid security concerns following a deadly shooting, citing risks from additional countries.
Noem calls for expanding U.S. travel ban amid security concerns following a deadly shooting, citing risks from additional countries.
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem is calling for a major expansion of the U.S. travel ban, arguing that more countries are sending dangerous migrants into the United States. Her proposal would widen the list from 19 to as many as 30 nations, although the exact countries have not been named.
The push follows a deadly shooting in Washington that killed a young Army specialist and left another critically injured. Noem says the attack highlights growing national security gaps.
The conversation is now shifting to how the U.S. evaluates travel risks and the broader political consequences.
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