New legislation enhances data privacy
The Australian Government implemented significant legislative changes to strengthen cybersecurity and improve data privacy within the public sector. The Cyber Security Legislative Package, which includes
Legislation advances Australian digital data privacy
The Australian Government takes significant steps to protect its citizens in the fast-changing digital environment by introducing groundbreaking legislation that improves online safety and data
Legislation to reinforce data protection standards
The Albanese Government will introduce legislation to set 16 as the minimum age for social media access. This move follows endorsement by the National Cabinet.
Legislation to strengthen Australia’s cybersecurity resilience
The Cyber Security Legislation Package marks a significant milestone for Australia’s cybersecurity landscape, particularly in the public sector. The Australian Government has unveiled a package
Government legislation enhances cybersecurity transparency
The Australian government has mandated that businesses disclose any cyber ransom payments made to criminals as part of new legislation. Parliament is currently discussing this
ASIC requests AI misuse legislation
The financial watchdog in Australia is currently taking action against the alleged misuse of AI using existing laws. However, they believe that reforms are necessary
AI legislation urged by NZ businesses to government
As the digital landscape further expands, the implementation and adaptation of AI and automated systems are becoming relevant at the current time. However, despite the
Parliament reviews wage transparency law for gender pay gap
The federal government is introducing a new law that will compel employers with 100 or more workers to share wage data as part of recent
Federal gov to ban data breach ransom payments
Companies across Australia may soon be banned from paying hackers if they fall victim to data breaches as the federal government examines whether new laws
Anti-corruption commission debate to continue despite Queen’s death
Any delays to the legislating of a federal anti-corruption commission following the Queen’s death will not rest at Labor’s feet, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says.
Australian Parliament passes new counter-terrorism bill
The Counter-Terrorism Legislation Amendment (High Risk Terrorist Offenders) Bill 2021 has been passed by Parliament, adding further protection to the Australian community from the evolving
Australia’s cyber spies to receive better cyber security powers
Australia’s cyber spies will soon be able to further protect critical infrastructure as the Australian Government moves to introduce new legislation that will give them better powers. This Wednesday,