Artificial intelligence influence on the next Australian election
As Australia gears up for its next federal election in 2025, the role of technology, particularly artificial intelligence (AI), is poised to take centre stage
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Australia’s Cyber Security Act Bolsters Digital Protection Nationwide
Australia has taken a significant step forward in safeguarding its digital landscape with the introduction of the Cyber Security Act 2024, the nation’s first standalone cybersecurity law. Passed in November …
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March 1, 2025
OAIC Launches New Freedom of Information Dashboard
The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) has introduced a new statistics dashboard designed to enhance public access to data about Australia’s freedom of information (FOI) system. This innovative …
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March 1, 2025
Australia Passes Landmark Social Media Ban for Under-16s
Australia has taken a bold step in social media regulation, passing legislation that will ban children under 16 from having social media accounts. The new law, which garnered support from …
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March 1, 2025
US Supreme Court Signals Support for TikTok Ban Amid National Security Debate
The United States Supreme Court appears inclined to uphold legislation that would effectively ban TikTok unless its Chinese parent company, ByteDance, sells the platform before 19 January 2025. During nearly …
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March 1, 2025
Australia Unveils New AI Regulation Proposal with Mandatory Safeguards
The Australian Government has announced a comprehensive proposal to regulate artificial intelligence (AI), introducing mandatory guardrails for high-risk AI systems alongside a voluntary AI safety standard. The proposal, released in …
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March 1, 2025
Australia Passes Landmark Privacy Reforms with New Anti-Doxxing Laws and Privacy Tort
Australia has taken a significant step forward in modernising its privacy laws with the passage of the Privacy and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2024. The legislation, which cleared both Houses …
January 26, 2025
Australia Mandates Disclosure of Cyber Ransom Payments in New Law
In a significant move to combat cybercrime, Australia is set to introduce the Cyber Security Act, requiring businesses to disclose ransom payments made to hackers. The landmark legislation aims to …
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January 26, 2025
Human Rights Law Centre submits inquiry on misinformation reform
A new report by the Human Rights Law Centre is calling for urgent government intervention to combat the growing menace of misinformation and disinformation on digital platforms. The Rights-First: Principles …
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December 2, 2024
First international AI Ethics Framework opens for signature
In a landmark move for technological governance, the Council of Europe has introduced the Framework Convention on Artificial Intelligence and Human Rights, Democracy and the Rule of Law – the …
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December 2, 2024
Uber faces hefty penalty for breach of Australian spam laws
Rideshare and food delivery giant Uber has found itself in hot water, as it has been slapped with a substantial penalty of $412,500 for violating
Australia takes action to ensure safe and responsible AI development
In a significant move towards fostering safe and responsible artificial intelligence (AI) development, the Australian government, led by the Minister for Industry and Innovation, has
Victorian court system compromised by Russian hackers
Victoria’s court system has been targeted by a ransomware attack raising alarming concerns about the vulnerability of sensitive cases. The incident has not only exposed
TikTok faces backlash over privacy concerns by tracking users
TikTok, the wildly popular short-form Chinese video platform, is under intense scrutiny following revelations of a mass breach of privacy. Recent reports shed light on
Google found to breach competition law with illegal monopoly over app store
In a ground-breaking competition ruling, a jury in the United States has declared Google guilty of anti-competitive behaviour, marking a significant moment in the ongoing
Governance Institute of Australia report recommends organisations improve their data governance practices
The Governance Institute of Australia (GIA) released its annual report and found that many Australian organisations lack the appropriate understanding of data governance and best
Australian Signals Directorate updates Essential Eight Maturity Model
The Essential Eight Maturity Model sets mitigation strategies for organisations to follow to protect themselves against cybersecurity threats. The Australian Signals Directorate (ASD) has announced
Digital ID Bill introduced in Australian Senate
The Digital ID Bill 2023 (Cth) was introduced in the Australian Senate, steering the nation towards a transformative era in digital identity. The Bill aims
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