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
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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
Australia introduces world-first social media age restrictions
The Australian Government has unveiled groundbreaking legislation that will set a minimum age requirement of 16 years for social media use, marking a significant shift in digital policy aimed at …
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November 25, 2024
OAIC issues new guidance on website tracking pixels and privacy compliance
The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) has released new guidance for private sector organisations on the use of third-party tracking pixels, responding to growing concerns about online privacy …
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November 25, 2024
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
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
New Therapeutic Goods Advertising Code drops on online influencers
The Australian medical regulator announced the new Therapeutic Goods Advertising Code (Code), banning online influencers from receiving any rewards for promoting products. The Code is
Social media users receive new protections under Anti-troll Bill
With the recent announcement of the Social Media (Anti-Trolling) Bill, online users will be granted the ability to unmask anonymous trolls. In late 2021, the
China unveils digital yuan at Winter Olympics Games
During the 2022 Winter Olympic Games in Beijing, China unveiled its new digital yuan. China has been a strong advocate against cryptocurrency ownership, previously banning
Russia set to regulate cryptocurrency
Amidst the political tension in Europe, Russia’s government has announced a plan to regulate cryptocurrency. Previously a stark adversary to cryptocurrency adoption, the Russian government
Australian Government receives green light for a National Digital ID system
The Australian Government receives approval from all states and territories to roll out the National Digital ID system. The National Digital ID system is designed
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