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Australian Information Commissioner Urges Government Agencies to Strengthen Messaging App Policies
The Australian Information Commissioner has called on government agencies to improve information governance when using messaging apps, ensuring compliance with legislative obligations. A recent review of 22 agencies revealed that …
April 7, 2025
Australia Releases Updated 5G Security Guidance to Mitigate Risks
The Australian Government has released updated guidance to help telecommunications providers manage security risks associated with 5G networks. This document expands on the 2018 5G Security Guidance while maintaining the …
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April 7, 2025
UK ICO Investigates TikTok, Reddit, and Imgur Over Children’s Data Protection Concerns
The UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has launched investigations into three major social media and video-sharing platforms – TikTok, Reddit, and Imgur – over concerns about their handling of children’s …
March 31, 2025
Ransomware Reporting Rules To Come Into Effect
According to the Annual Cyber Threat Report 2023-2024, ransomware was involved in 71% of extortion-related cyber incidents handled by the Australian Signals Directorate (ASD). In response, the Cyber Security Act 2024 (Cth) introduces …
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March 31, 2025
ASD Releases Guidelines for Email Usage
Email remains a critical communication tool for organisations, but its use comes with significant security risks. To mitigate these risks, organisations must develop, implement, and maintain a robust email usage …
March 24, 2025
OAIC Announces Digital ID Regulatory Strategy
The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) serves as Australia’s independent national regulator for privacy and freedom of information. Its mission is to safeguard individuals’ rights to access government-held …
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March 24, 2025
ACCC Welcomes Passage of Scams Prevention Framework Bill in Parliament
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has welcomed the passage of the Scams Prevention Framework Bill in Parliament, marking a significant milestone in the fight against scams. This world-first …
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March 18, 2025
Australia Becomes Participant to AI Action Summit
Australia, alongside 100 other countries, international organisations, civil society, and private sector leaders, has now become a signatory to the AI Action Summit convened in Paris. The Summit sought to …
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March 18, 2025
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
Insights into IT Law: What Makes It So Important
IT Law refers to the category of law that applies to information technology (IT). It covers all of the different legal issues that can arise
Labor Government plans to revamp crypto assets regulation
The Labor Government has announced a proposed multi-step plan to establish a new cryptocurrency regulatory framework in Australia. In his joint media release, the Treasurer
OAIC commences investigation into Optus data leak
Following the data breach of millions of Optus customers, the Office of the Australian Information Commission (OAIC) has launched a formal investigation into the personal
Victorian Institute of Technology found in breach of anti-spam laws
The Victorian Institute of Technology (VIT) has been found to be in breach of Australia’s anti-spam legislation. The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) commenced
New research project finds growing presence of artificial intelligence in courtrooms worldwide
The Australian Institute for Judicial Administration (AIJA), UNSW Law & Justice, UNSW Allens Hub for Technology, Law, and Innovation, and the Law Society of NSW’s
Human Technology Institute releases a model law for facial recognition in Australia
Following the alleged misuse of facial recognition technology by local retailers this year, the Human Technology Institute has released a report proposing a model law
Meta fined $400 million for breach of Europe’s General Data Protection Regulation
Ireland’s Data Protection Commission (Commission) has fined Meta (Facebook) approximately $400 million for contravening the General Data Protection Regulation’s (GDPR) privacy laws relating to the
APRA proposes new operational risk management requirements for emerging technology activities
At Arnotts Technology Lawyers, we regularly advise technology providers, including As-a-Service providers who supply services to Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) regulated entities, including banks,
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