Australia: Technology

The HSF Kramer Cyber Risk Survey 2026 reveals a critical gap in Australian organisations' AI risk preparedness, with 97% aware of AI's impact on cyber threats but only 20% possessing detailed understanding. Third-party supply chain incidents affected 62% of respondents in the past year, while a reactive governance culture persists, with 59% believing only a major incident would drive meaningful change in data risk management.

As wearable AI technology becomes more prevalent, employers face critical decisions about whether to ban smart glasses in the workplace. This analysis explores the privacy, cybersecurity, and workplace surveillance risks associated with AI-enabled eyewear, while examining the legal framework for regulating their use. Two important exceptions—disability accommodations and workplace safety—complicate what might otherwise be a straightforward prohibition.

Local government resilience depends on understanding how financial sustainability, cyber security, operational capability and asset management interact during disruption. This assessment framework helps councils identify vulnerabilities across these interconnected domains and strengthen their ability to maintain essential services when conditions change unexpectedly.

The general rule is that a business cannot send unsolicited emails to market, sell, and promote their goods and services.

"Statement Expectations" sets out ACMA views on the minimum requirements needed to comply with the Spam Act.

This heavy penalty was a reminder to all businesses to ensure that their marketing complies with regulations.

The HSF Kramer Cyber Risk Survey 2026 reveals a critical gap in Australian organisations' AI risk preparedness, with 97% aware of AI's impact on cyber threats but only 20% possessing detailed understanding. Third-party supply chain incidents affected 62% of respondents in the past year, while a reactive governance culture persists, with 59% believing only a major incident would drive meaningful change in data risk management.

Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionising healthcare, offering transformative potential in diagnostics, treatment planning, and patient care. However, its rapid integration into health practice presents significant legal, regulatory, and ethical challenges. This article explores emerging technologies and provides insights into the current regulatory landscape and key risk areas associated with AI in healthcare.

As wearable AI technology becomes more prevalent, employers face critical decisions about whether to ban smart glasses in the workplace. This analysis explores the privacy, cybersecurity, and workplace surveillance risks associated with AI-enabled eyewear, while examining the legal framework for regulating their use. Two important exceptions—disability accommodations and workplace safety—complicate what might otherwise be a straightforward prohibition.

A new enterprise agreement between Private Media & the Media, Entertainment & Arts Alliance, approved by the FWC restricts the use of AI in editorial work.

This draft legislation is ambitious in scope and represents Australia's answer to comprehensive crypto-asset reforms.

OAIC's recommendations on managing records of messaging apps provide useful lessons and practical solutions.