Australians could be given the option of opting out of powerful social media algorithms under new legislation cracking down on big tech, a minister said Monday. The draft law requiring a “digital duty of care” is expected to be introduced to Australia’s parliament this week.

Social media firms face criticism over their use of allegedly addictive algorithms.

SYDNEY - Australians could be given the option of opting out of powerful social media algorithms under new legislation cracking down on big tech, a minister said on Monday.

Opposition is sceptical of new rules and their enforcement