April 4, 2025
Australian super system caught unprepared for cyber attack
Banks, telcos and social media platforms are required to protect Australians from scams, but the super industry is exempt
Consumers and Data
March 19, 2025
‘What was stolen?’ Victim of IVF data hack says company has kept them in the dark
Genea patient claims poor communication following hack of extremely sensitive health data.
March 3, 2025
Major data breaches go from rare to routine
A cybersecurity firm warns that Australian businesses must do better.
February 27, 2025
Should you trust an AI chatbot with your mental health?
Millions are using Headspace, Wysa, Youper and other popular therapy chatbots, but can AI replace a professional counsellor?
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Data Collection and Use
February 27, 2025
Should you trust an AI chatbot with your mental health?
Millions are using Headspace, Wysa, Youper and other popular therapy chatbots, but can AI replace a professional counsellor?
February 6, 2025
Digital doppelgangers throwing lives into chaos
A recent ruling says that Services Australia has a duty to prevent your records from getting mixed up with another person’s.
November 19, 2024
Bunnings facial recognition program ruled illegal
In a case exposed by CHOICE, the privacy commissioner has found the business breached the Privacy Act.
November 18, 2024
Real estate agency doxxes tenant after negative review
In a case that ended up with the OAIC, a real estate agency published a renter's personal information in an act of retaliation.
Protecting Your Data
April 4, 2025
Australian super system caught unprepared for cyber attack
Banks, telcos and social media platforms are required to protect Australians from scams, but the super industry is exempt
March 19, 2025
‘What was stolen?’ Victim of IVF data hack says company has kept them in the dark
Genea patient claims poor communication following hack of extremely sensitive health data.
March 3, 2025
Major data breaches go from rare to routine
A cybersecurity firm warns that Australian businesses must do better.
September 5, 2024
Most Australians want tougher privacy laws following data breaches
With a recent breach affecting almost 13 million people, consumers are demanding change.