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
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OAIC Releases Privacy Foundations Self-Assessment Tool
In today’s digital world, protecting personal information is not just a legal obligation but a cornerstone of consumer trust. The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) released a Privacy Foundations …
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July 7, 2025
APRA’s Prudential Standard CPS 230 is now in force – what it means for your business?
As of 1 July 2025, APRA’s Prudential Standard CPS 230: Operational Risk Management is in effect. This standard introduces a comprehensive and unified framework for managing operational risk, business continuity and service provider arrangements across …
July 4, 2025
Will the Scams Prevention Framework Succeed?
Australians are losing over $2.74 billion annually to digital scams, prompting the federal government to introduce tougher laws. However, there has been criticism as to whether these changes will force big corporations …
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June 26, 2025
Mandatory Ransomware Payment Reporting Now Active in Australia
From 30 May 2025, Australian businesses meeting specific turnover thresholds must report ransomware or cyber extortion payments within 72 hours under the Cyber Security Act 2024. This new regime aims to enhance national cybersecurity …
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June 7, 2025
Australian Signal Directorate Releases Best Practices to Secure AI systems
Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning systems rely heavily on high-quality, secure data to function accurately. However, without proper safeguards, these systems are vulnerable to data breaches, manipulation, and corruption. …
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June 7, 2025
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
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
WIPO adopts historic treaty on intellectual property, genetic resources, and traditional knowledge
The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) has announced the adoption of a historic treaty aimed at addressing the complex issues surrounding intellectual property (IP), genetic
eSafety Commissioner drops case against X over stabbing video
The Australian eSafety Commissioner has withdrawn its investigation into Musk’s social media platform, X (formerly Twitter), concerning a video that depicted the stabbing of a
Privacy legislation overhaul may come as early as August 2024
A recent speech by the Attorney-General of Australia at the Privacy by Design Awards 2024 serve as a prelude to the forthcoming legislative changes to
IP Australia releases AI trademark tool
IP Australia has launched an AI trademark checker. This free tool enables users to check existing trademarks to save time and money. The tool has
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