Kate Reader | Digital Platforms, Competition And Australia’s Online Economy

Kate Reader joins Amy-Rose Goodey on The House is Digital for a conversation on digital platforms, competition and the growing influence of global technology companies within Australia’s economy.As General Manager of the Digital Platforms Branch at the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission, Kate discusses how large digital platforms have become critical infrastructure for consumers, businesses and online markets.The discussion explores app marketplaces, search engines, advertising systems and platform dominance, alongside the challenges regulators face as digital services become increasingly embedded in everyday life and commerce.This episode was recorded at the Independent Reserve podcast studio, and we greatly appreciate their ongoing support of The House is Digital.