Telstra's Interpol filter goes live

The move to switch on Telstra's filter is the first known implementation of a voluntary filtering framework developed by the ISP industry's peak representative body, the Internet Industry Association. Openly unveiled just several days ago on Monday this week, the voluntary filter is expected to be adopted by most Australian Internet service providers this year.

The IIA's scheme

Under the IIA's scheme, ISPs who use the Interpol list to block access to child pornography would be doing so pursuant to this agreement "a legal request for assistance" in accordance with Australia's existing Telecommunications Act. Because of this, and unlike the wider mandatory filtering scheme, the IIA believes that no new legislation will be required to implement the Interpol-focused framework.

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