The Minister for Health has determined the end of the COVIDSafe data period effective from 16 August 2022. All COVIDSafe app data has now been completely deleted from the National COVIDSafe Data Store. The COVIDSafe app was launched in late April 2020 to aid state and territory health officials in identifying and tracking people who …
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Merit Protection Commissioner offers advice for automation in recruitment
The Merit Protection Commissioner is a statutory body that was setup to support compliance with the employment principles, values and the codes of conduct of both the Australian Public Service and Parliamentary Service. The Merit Protection Commissioner recently released new guidance material on the use of artificial intelligence (AI) and computer automation in the recruitment …
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Australia set to introduce autonomous vehicle legislation by 2026
The Australian government has announced plans to legislate the use of autonomous vehicles nationwide. The new laws, which are expected to come into effect in 2026, will establish a framework for the deployment and operation of autonomous vehicles on roads across the country. The announcement represents a significant milestone for the development of autonomous vehicle …
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Australian government considers electronic surveillance reform
Electronic surveillance is a contentious issue in Australia, with the government currently considering significant reforms to the way it is regulated. One of the key proposals is the creation of a new independent oversight body to oversee the use of electronic surveillance by law enforcement agencies. This would replace the current system, in which the …
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Last modified on November 21st, 2022 at 4:50 pm
Federal Budget extends Cyber Hubs pilot
The Federal Budget has extended the operation of the Cyber Hubs pilot for a further six months until June 2023 and allocated an additional $31.3 million to the program. The Cyber Hub program was first announced in 2020 with the intention to strengthen government information technology by focusing investment on a smaller footprint of networks. …
Last modified on November 21st, 2022 at 4:52 pm
ACSC launches Critical Infrastructure Uplift Program
The Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) has launched the Critical Infrastructure Uplift Program (CI-UP) to assist owners and operators of Critical Infrastructure assets. The CI-UP is available to any critical infrastructure organisations that are part of the ACSC Partnership Program. The CI-UP is designed to: Assist partners that own or operate Critical Infrastructure assets or …
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Last modified on November 21st, 2022 at 4:53 pm
ASIC commences proceedings against cryptocurrency facility operator
The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has commenced civil penalty proceedings against BPS Financial Pty Ltd (BPS) for making allegedly false, misleading, or deceptive representations and unlicenced conduct in respect of the non-cash payment facility, Qoin. BPS offered retail consumers and business owners access to the Qoin cryptocurrency token and digital wallet since 2020. …
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Last modified on November 21st, 2022 at 4:55 pm
Amendment proposed to privacy legislation following national data breaches
The Australian Government has proposed the Privacy Legislation Amendment (Enforcement and Other Measures) Bill to strengthen Australia’s privacy and security framework following the increased data breaches. The Bill covers four main objectives: Significantly increase penalties for serious or repeated privacy breaches – most notably, the penalty cap will be raised from $2.22 million to greater …
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Uber drivers held to be employees in New Zealand
The New Zealand (NZ) Employment Court has handed down a landmark decision to declare that Uber drivers are to be classified as employees. The employment status of Uber drivers on the ride-sharing platform has been in contention in many nations around the world. In early 2021, the UK Supreme Court held that Uber drivers are …
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NSW Government agrees to support an artificial intelligence inquiry
The NSW Government will back an artificial intelligence (AI) NSW Parliamentary Inquiry into the development and use of AI across the state. The Inquiry will determine whether NSW’s legislative framework is fit-for-purpose in regard to AI use. The Inquiry is said to explore areas such as health, transport, and cybersecurity, as well as assess facial …
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