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Australia security chiefs warn of online echo chambers
Original: Australia's security chiefs have warned of "online echo chambers" fueling grievances and conspiracies and stepped up pro
Australia's security chiefs have warned that online echo chambers are fueling grievances and conspiracy theories, and announced stepped-up prosecutions for threats of political violence. The move follows an attack on a lawmaker in a rural town. Officials say internet-driven radicalization is an increasing concern for domestic security.
Why now: The warning follows a recent attack on a politician, prompting public debate about online radicalization and political violence in Australia.
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