Queensland Courts has released a set of guidelines aimed at non-lawyers to ensure the ethical and responsible use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in legal processes. These guidelines are targeted at those who are representing themselves (or others) in any civil or criminal proceedings in Queensland courts and tribunals. AI technologies offer significant potential to streamline …
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Amendments to Online Safety legislation impose further obligations on online service providers
A new set of amendments was registered for the Online Safety (Basic Online Safety Expectations) Determination 2022 (Cth). These amendments have created several additional expectations for online service providers. Online technologies have been routinely faced with emerging threats. This has namely been posed by artificial intelligence (AI) and recommender systems (social media algorithms), with particular …
Concerns mount over the sale of birth date and health data in Australia
Amid growing privacy concerns, experts warn about the potential misuse of Australians’ birth dates and health data. Katharine Kemp, a prominent voice in data privacy from UNSW, highlights the risks associated with the commercialisation of personal information. As digital transactions and online activities increase, so does the risk of personal data being exploited. Kemp’s insights …
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South Australian government moves to ban social media for kids under 14 years old
In a significant move aimed at protecting children from the potential harms of social media, the South Australian government has proposed a ground-breaking policy to ban social media access for children under 14. This initiative seeks to address growing concerns about the negative impact of social media on young minds. The proposed ban is part …
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WIPO adopts historic treaty on intellectual property, genetic resources, and traditional knowledge
The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) has announced the adoption of a historic treaty aimed at addressing the complex issues surrounding intellectual property (IP), genetic resources, and associated traditional knowledge. The new treaty establishes a comprehensive framework for the protection of genetic resources and traditional knowledge, ensuring that the benefits arising from their use are …
eSafety Commissioner drops case against X over stabbing video
The Australian eSafety Commissioner has withdrawn its investigation into Musk’s social media platform, X (formerly Twitter), concerning a video that depicted the stabbing of a bishop. This decision comes amid mounting scrutiny over the regulation of online content and the responsibilities of social media platforms in moderating harmful material. The controversial video, showing the stabbing …
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Privacy legislation overhaul may come as early as August 2024
A recent speech by the Attorney-General of Australia at the Privacy by Design Awards 2024 serve as a prelude to the forthcoming legislative changes to the Privacy Act. The upcoming Privacy Legislation Reform focuses on several critical areas: Enhanced Data Protection: Strengthening the mechanisms for protecting personal data, particularly in light of increasing cyber threats …
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IP Australia releases AI trademark tool
IP Australia has launched an AI trademark checker. This free tool enables users to check existing trademarks to save time and money. The tool has been piloted since October 2022 and now has been released for public use. It is approximately being used for 140 applications per week, with the primary user base being small …
Guy Betar Joins Arnotts Technology Lawyers
We are very pleased to announce that Guy Betar, a senior technology and commercial lawyer, has joined Arnotts Technology Lawyers as a partner. As a senior corporate/commercial lawyer, Guy brings to the firm extensive legal and corporate executive experience, together with specialist expertise in technology, data and Intellectual Property. Guy has in depth knowledge of corporate and commercial law and …
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ASIC secures landmark victory against non-cash payment facility involving crypto
In a ground-breaking legal decision, the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has secured its first court victory concerning a non-cash payment facility involving crypto assets. The Federal Court ruled against BPS Financial Pty Ltd (BPS), the company behind the crypto-asset token “Qoin”, marking a significant milestone in the regulation of digital financial products. The …
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