Digital Economy Strategy update for 2022
To cement Australia’s digital economy, the Australian Government has released an update to its Digital Economy Strategy for 2022. Since the outbreak of COVID-19, the
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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
Adequacy of digital platforms’ disinformation report
The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has released a report to the government on the adequacy of digital platforms’ disinformation and news quality. As
European Union releases report on proposed MiCA Bill
The European Union (EU) published a report by the Economic and Monetary Affairs Committee (ECON) on the upcoming Markets in Crypto-assets Regulation Bill (MiCA Bill).
Australian Parliament amends national security legislation
The Australian Parliament recently amended national security legislation via the National Security Legislation Amendment (Comprehensive Review and Other Measures No.1) Bill to enhance Australia’s security
ASIC warns social media influencers of potential breach of Corporations Act
The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has published an Information Sheet (INFO 269) warning social media influencers of their potential breach of the Corporations
ANZ first bank to issue Australian dollar stablecoin
The ANZ Bank has minted the first-ever stablecoin that is pegged to the Australian dollar. This move by the bank is off the back of
Virtual meetings and e-signatures become permanent for corporations
The Corporations Amendment (Meetings and Documents) Act 2022 (Cth) (Act) has received royal assent to make virtual meetings and e-signatures permanent for Australian corporations. The
US Senator proposes Bill to prevent economic sanction evasion
Senator Warren of Massachusetts United States has proposed the Digital Assets Sanctions Compliance Enhancement Bill (Bill) to prevent cryptocurrency companies from conducting business with sanctioned
Federal Court finds Privacy Act to apply even if companies have no physical presence in Australia
The Federal Court of Australia recently confirmed the wide extraterritorial application of the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the notion of holding personal information without
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