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
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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
Ransomware Reporting Rules To Come Into Effect
According to the Annual Cyber Threat Report 2023-2024, ransomware was involved in 71% of extortion-related cyber incidents handled by the Australian Signals Directorate (ASD). In response, the Cyber Security Act 2024 (Cth) introduces …
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March 31, 2025
ASD Releases Guidelines for Email Usage
Email remains a critical communication tool for organisations, but its use comes with significant security risks. To mitigate these risks, organisations must develop, implement, and maintain a robust email usage …
March 24, 2025
OAIC Announces Digital ID Regulatory Strategy
The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) serves as Australia’s independent national regulator for privacy and freedom of information. Its mission is to safeguard individuals’ rights to access government-held …
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March 24, 2025
ACCC Welcomes Passage of Scams Prevention Framework Bill in Parliament
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has welcomed the passage of the Scams Prevention Framework Bill in Parliament, marking a significant milestone in the fight against scams. This world-first …
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March 18, 2025
Australia Becomes Participant to AI Action Summit
Australia, alongside 100 other countries, international organisations, civil society, and private sector leaders, has now become a signatory to the AI Action Summit convened in Paris. The Summit sought to …
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March 18, 2025
Australia’s Cyber Security Act Bolsters Digital Protection Nationwide
Australia has taken a significant step forward in safeguarding its digital landscape with the introduction of the Cyber Security Act 2024, the nation’s first standalone cybersecurity law. Passed in November …
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March 1, 2025
OAIC Launches New Freedom of Information Dashboard
The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) has introduced a new statistics dashboard designed to enhance public access to data about Australia’s freedom of information (FOI) system. This innovative …
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March 1, 2025
Australia Passes Landmark Social Media Ban for Under-16s
Australia has taken a bold step in social media regulation, passing legislation that will ban children under 16 from having social media accounts. The new law, which garnered support from …
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March 1, 2025
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
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
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
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).
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
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
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
Australia imposes cyber sanctions on Russian cybercriminals
In a coordinated effort with the United Kingdom (UK) and the United States (US), Australia has imposed targeted financial sanctions and travel bans on three
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