Royal Commission into Antisemitism
Coverage of Royal Commission into Antisemitism in the Nexus archive.
- Meta bosses grilled over decision to cut ‘censorship’ that has potentially unleashed more antisemitic content
Meta bosses are being questioned over a decision to reduce 'censorship' on platforms like Facebook and Instagram, which a royal commission into antisemitism claims may have increased hate speech. The company shifted policy in January 2025 to prioritize removing only illegal or very serious violations, relying on user reports for less severe breaches.
- Antisemitism has become ‘almost fashionable’ among Australians, Jillian Segal tells royal commission
The royal commission into antisemitism in Australia heard that Jewish Australians have been pressured to resign and verbally abused, with antisemitism becoming 'almost fashionable'. The commission also heard evidence from Australia's antisemitism envoy, Jillian Segal, and a Sydney nurse who said New South Wales Health was not safe for Jewish people. Antisemitism has increased since 7 October 2023.