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China's new data security regulations
China has unveiled its latest Network Data Security Management Regulations, set to take effect on 1 January 1 2025. The Regulations mark a significant shift from earlier more restrictive approaches …
November 18, 2024
Victorian Court recognises new privacy rights in landmark ruling
In a groundbreaking decision, the Victorian County Court has recognised a distinct cause of action for invasion of privacy in Australian common law. The ruling in WALLLER Lynn (A Pseudonym) …
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November 18, 2024
Government unveils $50M penalties to combat social media scams
The Australian federal government has announced sweeping new legislation aimed at protecting citizens from online scams. The legislation proposes fines of up to $50 million for social media platforms, telecommunications …
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November 9, 2024
Department of Industry, Science and Resources announces AI Impact Navigator
In response to the growing need for responsible artificial intelligence (AI) implementation, a new framework called the AI Impact Navigator has been introduced by the Department of Industry, Science and …
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November 9, 2024
OAIC releases new privacy guidelines for AI development in Australia
The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) has released new guidance clarifying how the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) applies to organisations developing and using generative artificial intelligence (AI) systems. …
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November 5, 2024
Australia strengthens critical infrastructure protection with new cybersecurity Bill
The Australian government is set to enhance its critical infrastructure protection through the Security of Critical Infrastructure and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2024 (Cth) (Bill). This comprehensive reform package introduces …
November 5, 2024
AI-generated evidence rocks Australian court
The case of Handa & Mallick [2024] FedCFamC2F 957 (19 July 2024) in the Federal Circuit and Family Court case has sparked controversy in Australia’s legal community after a lawyer …
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October 26, 2024
Treasury reviews AI and consumer law
The Australian Treasury has launched a significant review of how the Australian Consumer Law (ACL) applies to artificial intelligence (AI) enabled products and services, releasing a discussion paper this month …
October 26, 2024
KPMG Australia achieves world-first ISO 42001 (AI) Certification
In a groundbreaking achievement, KPMG Australia has become the first organisation globally to receive ISO 42001 (AI) certification from BSI Australia. This certification marks a significant milestone in the responsible …
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October 26, 2024
High Court finds that Google is not liable for online defamation
The High Court of Australia has released a significant judgment, finding by a majority that Google did not publish defamatory material by operating its search
Productivity Commission’s report encourages Australian businesses to embrace technology and innovation
The Productivity Commission has released its 5 Year Productivity Inquiry. This report highlights key challenges facing Australian businesses and the decrease in productivity in the
OAIC releases advice regarding personal information collection for COVID-19 purposes
The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) recently released an advice notice for entities that are collecting personal information for COVID-19 purposes. In its
Google fined $60 million for misleading Australian mobile users about location data collection
The Federal Court of Australia has ordered a $60 million fine against Google for misleading Australian consumers about the collection and use of personal location
AISA survey results show cybersecurity priority is not reflected by company boards
The Australian Information Security Association (AISA), in collaboration with the Australian Institute of Company Directors (AIC), recently released a study on Boards and Cyber Resilience.
Australian law cannot regulate artificial intelligence use in workplaces
With improvements in modern technology, artificial intelligence (AI) now has the ability to accurately monitor health and safety in the workplace. However, this has raised
Mandatory cybersecurity reporting for critical infrastructure assets
New amendments to the Security of Critical Infrastructure Act 2018 (Cth) include a new mandatory cybersecurity reporting requirement for certain critical infrastructure assets that commenced
Victorian Government launches new multilingual chatbot
The Victorian Government just rolled out the first multilingual chatbot, AskVic. AskVic was developed by the Department of Families, Fairness and Housing to assist culturally
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