OAIC reiterates compliance with privacy laws and facial recognition technology
The consumer advocacy group CHOICE is referring major retailers such as Bunnings, Kmart, and The Good Guys to the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner
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Will the Scams Prevention Framework Succeed?
Australians are losing over $2.74 billion annually to digital scams, prompting the federal government to introduce tougher laws. However, there has been criticism as to whether these changes will force big corporations …
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June 26, 2025
Mandatory Ransomware Payment Reporting Now Active in Australia
From 30 May 2025, Australian businesses meeting specific turnover thresholds must report ransomware or cyber extortion payments within 72 hours under the Cyber Security Act 2024. This new regime aims to enhance national cybersecurity …
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June 7, 2025
Australian Signal Directorate Releases Best Practices to Secure AI systems
Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning systems rely heavily on high-quality, secure data to function accurately. However, without proper safeguards, these systems are vulnerable to data breaches, manipulation, and corruption. …
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June 7, 2025
NSW to Introduce New Laws for Identity Security
The New South Wales government has introduced new legislation to strengthen protections for residents at risk of identity fraud. The Identity Protection and Recovery Bill, announced by the Minister for …
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May 27, 2025
Australia and India Negotiate Bilateral Cybercrime Treaty to Counter Rising Threats
Australia and India are advancing discussions on a landmark bilateral treaty aimed at strengthening cybersecurity cooperation, as both nations grapple with escalating cyber threats. The proposed agreement would facilitate real-time …
May 13, 2025
2025 AI Deployment and Governance Survey Report
The rapid adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) across industries has created significant opportunities for efficiency, innovation, and competitive advantage. However, as highlighted in the 2025 AI Deployment and Governance Survey, …
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May 6, 2025
Protecting Consumer Privacy in a Data-Driven Industry
The retail sector is increasingly reliant on customer data to personalise services, improve marketing, and enhance sales. However, as highlighted by the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC), this …
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April 29, 2025
Federal Court Releases AI Transparency Statement
The Federal Court of Australia has released a clear and measured statement on the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in court processes, reflecting both the potential benefits and risks of …
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April 29, 2025
Key Insights from the Parliamentary Report on the Future of Work
A recent parliamentary report, The Future of Work, examines the evolving nature of employment in Australia, driven by technological advancements, demographic shifts, and global economic changes. The report highlights both …
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April 15, 2025
Australian Border Force under scrutiny over data collection
It has been revealed that the Australian Border Force (ABF) may have potentially searched over 40,000 devices from foreign travellers in the last five years.
Consumer Policy Research Centre releases Duped by Design report
The Consumer Policy Research Centre (CPRC) has released its “Duped by Design” report that discusses consumer choice manipulation on websites and apps online. Much of
ACCC institutes proceedings against Airbnb
The Australian Competition and Consumer (ACCC) has instituted proceedings against Airbnb in the Federal Court over misleading user prices. The ACCC has alleged that Airbnb,
Nike sues StockX over first NFT trademark infringement
Nike Inc has initiated the first non-fungible token (NFT) trademark infringement lawsuit against StockX. NFTs refer to one-of-a-kind digital assets that exist on the blockchain.
Federal Court rules against a company for inadequate cybersecurity control
The Federal Court has issued a landmark decision regarding inadequate cybersecurity measures within a corporation. In this case, RI Advice was held to be in
Mastercard’s ‘smile to pay’ system raises privacy and security concerns
Mastercard is introducing its new ‘smile to pay’ system whereby consumers can pay with their biometric data. Biometric technology has increasingly become more popular, being
Liability for autonomous vehicles
When a Tesla vehicle injured a Melbourne pedestrian whilst in autopilot mode, the question arose as to who is responsible when autonomous vehicles crash? Self-driving
Healthcare sector increasingly subject to cyberattacks
The healthcare sector has increasingly become one of the largest targets of cybercrime and cyberattacks. The healthcare sector has become a prime target for cybercrime
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