Proposed reform to Australia’s electronic surveillance framework
The Department of Home Affairs has prepared a discussion paper outlining the plan to modernise and streamline Australia’s electronic surveillance legislative framework by 2023. 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
Federal Court of Australia rules against online gambling patent
The Federal Court of Australia has ruled against Aristocrat for the patent of an electronic gambling machine (EGM). The Court reversed the decision of the
FCFCA improves access to technology in regional Tasmania
The Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (FCFCA) has commenced a new program to broaden accessibility to technology to regional areas in Tasmania. This
Australia signs Data Sharing Act with the USA
Australia and the United States have signed the Clarifying Lawful Use of Data (Cloud) Act to enable Australian and US law enforcement agencies and social
Australian Federal Police will soon predict criminal profiles through DNA
New technology will now enable the Australian Federal Police to build criminal profiles with DNA obtained from crime scenes. The Massively Parallel Sequencing (MPS) tool
Self-proclaimed Bitcoin creator wins crypto case
Australian computer scientist, Craig Wright, has gotten one step closer to confirming his identity as the founder of Bitcoin. The creator of Bitcoin, Satoshi Nakamoto,
Meta seeks acquisition of new CRM company
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) recently decided to not oppose Meta’s proposed acquisition of Kustomer. Meta, previously known as Facebook, has shifted its
Australian Government proposes anti-trolling laws
To support users of online content platforms, the Australian Government has proposed a new Social Media Anti-Trolling Bill. This Bill was brought about following the
ASIC watchdog infiltrates Pump and Dump Organization
The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has taken the fight against market manipulation to the front lines by infiltrating an unlawful pump and dump
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