AUSTRALIAN CRIMINAL INTELLIGENCE COMMISSION ARGUES AGAINST ONLINE ENCRYPTION
The Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission (ACIC) has released a submission to parliament claiming that “there is no legitimate reason for a law-abiding member of 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
WHATSAPP COMMENCES PROCEEDINGS AGAINST INDIA’S NEW TRACEABILITY REGULATIONS
Similar to Australia’s “anti-encryption” agenda, India has developed a set of regulations that pose a serious threat to users’ privacy online. As such, Facebook-owned WhatsApp
AUSTRALIAN HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION CALLS FOR A TEMPORARY BAN ON FACIAL RECOGNITION
Following a critical report, the Australian Human Rights Commission (AHRC) has called for a temporary ban on the use of facial recognition and other biometric
ARNOTTS BOOSTS FINTECH AND CRYPTOCURRENCY SERVICES CAPABILITY WITH LATEST ADDITION TO THE TEAM
It is my great pleasure to announce that Iris Rad has recently joined Arnotts Technology Lawyers. Iris is a Technology Lawyer with a particular focus
EL SALVADOR PROPOSES BITCOIN TO BE USED AS LEGAL TENDER
In an unexpected announcement, the country of El Salvador plans to accept Bitcoin as a legal tender. Amongst the international governmental disapproval of Bitcoin, this
BITCOIN LOOKED DOWN ON BY VANGUARD
One of the world’s largest investment management companies, Vanguard, has rejected Bitcoin and cryptocurrency as an asset class. With the increasing demand for digital currencies
ALAN ARNOTT NAMED AS FINALIST IN THE 2021 LAWYERS WEEKLY PARTNER OF THE YEAR AWARDS FOR TWO CATEGORIES
Alan Arnott, Director at Arnotts Technology Lawyers has been short-listed for the Lawyers Weekly Partner of the Year Awards 2021. Alan has been named as
ENCRYPTED ANOM PHONES LEAD FBI TO GLOBAL CRIME BUST
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) alongside several international law enforcement agencies recently revealed their secret against encrypted criminal activities around the globe. In a
NSW POLICE UNVEILS NEW VIDEO ANALYSIS TOOLS
In a data-driven society, the NSW Police force has revealed how it sifts through terabytes of data each day. In late 2017, the NSW Police
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