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
‘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.
Major data breaches go from rare to routine
A cybersecurity firm warns that Australian businesses must do better.
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?
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.
Bunnings facial recognition program ruled illegal
In a case exposed by CHOICE, the privacy commissioner has found the business breached the Privacy Act.
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.
Drive one of these car brands? This is how much of your data they’re tracking
We compare the privacy policies of Australia’s most popular car brands to see how they track and monitor drivers.
Most Australians want tougher privacy laws following data breaches
With a recent breach affecting almost 13 million people, consumers are demanding change.
Why aren’t businesses doing more to stop us from getting scammed?
A new CHOICE report reveals four out of five scam victims received no warning before transferring money to a scammer.