Facebook a no-show in Andrew Forrest criminal case arguing West Australian court lacks jurisdiction
by Australian Associated Press from World news | The Guardian on (#5XJR3)
Mining billionaire alleges social media giant failed to stop clickbait advertising scams using his image on its platform
Facebook believes an Australian court has no jurisdiction to hear a criminal case brought against it by mining magnate Andrew Forrest - who claims the tech giant failed to stop clickbait advertising scams using his image.
The case in the magistrates court of Western Australia is believed to represent the first time Facebook - owned by Meta Platforms - has faced criminal charges.
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