HIGH COURT HOLDS AUSTRALIAN NEWS MEDIA COMPANIES LIABLE FOR COMMENTS ON FACEBOOK POSTS
In a landmark ruling, the High Court of Australia has held by majority that news media companies may be liable for comments left by users
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Australia Passes Landmark Privacy Reforms with New Anti-Doxxing Laws and Privacy Tort
Australia has taken a significant step forward in modernising its privacy laws with the passage of the Privacy and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2024. The legislation, which cleared both Houses …
January 26, 2025
Australia Mandates Disclosure of Cyber Ransom Payments in New Law
In a significant move to combat cybercrime, Australia is set to introduce the Cyber Security Act, requiring businesses to disclose ransom payments made to hackers. The landmark legislation aims to …
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January 26, 2025
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
US FEDERAL COURT ISSUES UNEXPECTED INJUNCTION AGAINST APPLE IN EPIC GAMES CASE
After a long legal battle across various jurisdictions, Justice Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers of the District Court of California handed down an unexpected decision against Apple.
US FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION ACCUSES FACEBOOK OF A BUY-OR-BURY SCHEME TO MAINTAIN MARKET DOMINANCE
The United States Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has challenged Facebook’s monopolistic practices by accusing the company of engaging in an illegal buy-or-bury scheme. For more
PRODUCTIVITY COMMISSION CALLS FOR LOWER BARRIERS TO ENFORCE CONSUMERS’ RIGHT TO REPAIR
The Productivity Commission has found that it has become increasingly difficult for Australian consumers to access their right to repair. The right to repair refers
AUSTRALIAN FEDERAL POLICE GRANTED NEW SURVEILLANCE POWERS TO COMBAT CYBERCRIME
The newly passed Surveillance Legislation Amendment (Identity and Disrupt) Bill 2020 (Cth) has provided the Australian Federal Police (AFP) with new powers to infiltrate and
RECENT CHANGES TO ELECTRONIC AND SPLIT EXECUTION OF DOCUMENTS UNDER S.127 OF CORPORATIONS ACT.
With the passing of the Treasury Laws Amendment (2021 Measures No.1) Act 2021 (Amending Act) on 10 August 2021, electronic execution and/or utilising split execution
ACCC HOMES IN ON THE DOMINANCE OF DIGITAL PLATFORMS
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) Chair Rod Sims recently gave a speech detailing the dominance of digital platforms online. Our modern economy is
ARNOTTS TECHNOLOGY LAWYERS PROMOTES JONATHAN BERAN TO PARTNER
We are delighted to announce the promotion of Jonathan Beran to the position of Partner at Arnotts Technology Lawyers. Jonathan is an experienced Senior Lawyer
ACCC TAKES ON MAJOR NBN PROVIDERS OVER MISLEADING INTERNET SPEEDS
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) is taking legal action against Telstra, Optus and TPG in the Federal Court of Australia for making false
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