Sex consent app proposal sparks criticism in Australia

A file photo of a couple embracing in New York City, US. Fuller’s proposal, which followed allegations of sexual misconduct by top Australian officials that have triggered widespread protests, sparked a mostly negative response, with many saying technology was not the answer. — Reuters

One of Australia’s top police officers faced criticism on March 18 for suggesting an app that records sexual consent could be used to address a rise in sexual assault cases.

Mick Fuller, police commissioner for New South Wales, said an app that allowed people to digitally document their agreement before having sex could be “part of the solution”, after cases of sexual assault in the state rose by 10% last year.