The prolific number of sexual assaults stemming from dating apps will be spotlighted this week, with advocates and the government coming together to work on reform.
Communications Minister Michelle Rowland said the government would work with states and territories to take whatever action is needed.
“Dating apps would be well on notice that the Albanese government intends to not only take this very seriously but take whatever action is necessary,” she told ABC radio.
Rowland said “incentive regulation” could be used to change behaviour, but further reforms, such as changes to the law, have not been ruled out.
“If the situation does not improve, then certainly it is within the scope of government to make sure we do everything we can to keep Australians safe online.”…