August 27, 2024
Heartless romance scammers exploiting people with disability
Those looking for love and living with disability are being hit hard by scams. CHOICE investigates, with tips for staying safe.
Consumers and Data
August 26, 2024
AI voice scams: What you need to know
With the latest phone scams, it's even harder to spot fact from fake.
August 26, 2024
How to check if a text or email is a scam
Received a message that looks a bit suspicious? Here's how to verify if it's authentic or the work of a scammer.
August 26, 2024
Five steps to take if you’ve been scammed
Think you might've fallen foul of a scam? Find out how to report and limit your losses.
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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.