Is Trump playing us all? + Rape game banned

Afternoon Headlines: Key Democrats alleging possible insider trading after Donald Trump’s tariff pause and Virgin Australia reportedly overcharged customers $3.3 million.

Deep Dive: The violent video game No Mercy which glorifies rape and violence has just been banned in Australia. Its contents are horrific and has sparked another important conversation about what our young people are being exposed to online.

In this episode of The Briefing Natarsha Belling is joined by cybersecurity expect Susan McLean to discuss the urgent need for action and why those responsible aren’t being held to account.

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