Bill introduced to criminalise the sharing of deepfake pornography
The Australian government has announced plans to introduce new criminal laws aimed at combating the creation and sharing of sexually explicit deepfake content. This move
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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
IP Australia releases 2024 Intellectual Property Report
IP Australia has released its 2024 Intellectual Property Report. This annual publication provides valuable insights into the state of intellectual property (IP) in Australia and
Australian Privacy Watchdog takes legal action against Medibank
The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) has initiated civil penalty proceedings against Medibank, one of Australia’s largest health insurers, in the Federal Court.
ASX approves first spot Bitcoin ETF in Australia
In a ground-breaking development for cryptocurrency investors, the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) has approved its first-ever spot Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF). This milestone comes at
Productivity Commission releases report on the adoption of AI in business
The Productivity Commission published a critical report that has raised concerns about the lack of guidance provided by regulators on the use of artificial intelligence
Queensland Courts releases guidelines on the responsible use of artificial intelligence tools for non-lawyers
Queensland Courts has released a set of guidelines aimed at non-lawyers to ensure the ethical and responsible use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in legal processes.
Amendments to Online Safety legislation impose further obligations on online service providers
A new set of amendments was registered for the Online Safety (Basic Online Safety Expectations) Determination 2022 (Cth). These amendments have created several additional expectations
Concerns mount over the sale of birth date and health data in Australia
Amid growing privacy concerns, experts warn about the potential misuse of Australians’ birth dates and health data. Katharine Kemp, a prominent voice in data privacy
South Australian government moves to ban social media for kids under 14 years old
In a significant move aimed at protecting children from the potential harms of social media, the South Australian government has proposed a ground-breaking policy to
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