Facebook alleged to have blocked Australian news pages to influence new law
A Facebook whistleblower has come forward to claim that the blocking of Australian news pages in early 2021 was a negotiating tactic used to influence
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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 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
Uber admitted to having engaged in misleading or deceptive conduct
The ride-sharing app Uber has admitted to the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) for having engaged in misleading or deceptive conduct and making misleading
Australian cryptocurrency ETF delayed
A Bitcoin and Ethereum exchange-traded fund (ETF) was set to launch in Australia this week but was blocked by an unknown third party broker. To
APRA release crypto-asset management roadmap
The Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) has released a crypto-asset risk management expectations and policy roadmap. The roadmap was prepared due to the rapid growth
Critical Infrastructure Protection amendment comes into effect
The Security Legislation Amendment (Critical Infrastructure Protection) Act 2022 (Cth) (SLACIP Act) came into effect on 2 April 2022 to amend the Security of Critical
Artificial intelligence no longer capable of being the inventor of a patent
The Full Federal Court of Australia has overruled the decision that permitted artificial intelligence (AI) as being the inventor of a patent. In July 2021,
Data collection of Australian athletes needs regulation
The Australian Academy of Science and the University of Western Australia’s Minderoo Tech & Policy Lab has released a discussion paper on sensitive data collected
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
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
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