New penalties aim to protect online privacy
25 March, 2019A new penalty regime designed to boost online protection for Australians has been announced by the federal government.
ACS develops data sharing framework
29 November, 2018 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingA new data sharing framework developed by the ACS proposes the introduction of a standardised method of sharing and properly anonymising personal data.
Allens urges companies to rise above data backlash
09 November, 2018 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingOrganisations need to overhaul their security polices and practices to restore consumer confidence in businesses' use of their personal data, according to Allens.
UK looks at analytics in political campaigns
07 November, 2018 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingThe UK's Information Commissioner's Office is consulting on its proposal to introduce a statutory code governing the use of personal data in political campaigns.
The C-level is becoming more active in cybersecurity
12 October, 2018 by Thomas King, Head of Cyber Security Products, TelstraC-level executives are in a prime position to promote a unified approach to cybersecurity and drive awareness and adoption throughout their organisations.
Review your IT contracts to avoid GDPR pain
18 July, 2018Gartner experts recommend adjusting IT procurement methods to avoid breaches that could lead to GDPR fines and reputational damage.
Shred-it opens Sydney plant
04 July, 2018The plant will allow Shred-it to have an active role in assisting businesses and government agencies comply with stringent data privacy legislation.
US govt quietly passes data monitoring Bill
27 March, 2018 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingThe US government has snuck in new legislation that would allow law enforcement agencies to demand access to private information held by US technology companies even when it is stored overseas.
NZ receives new Privacy Bill
26 March, 2018The introduction of a new Privacy Bill in New Zealand has been welcomed by the Privacy Commissioner.
Complete guide to GDPR compliance
31 January, 2018ISACA has released a practical guide to GDPR implementation as the May deadline rapidly approaches.
Intel confirms reboot issue with Spectre fix
22 January, 2018 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingIntel's Spectre and Meltdown fixes are causing reboots and a performance hit in some configurations.
Kaspersky banned from US govt systems
14 September, 2017 by Jonathan NallyUS government agencies and departments have just 90 days to remove all Kaspersky Lab products from their systems.
It's time to be responsible with data
18 April, 2017 by Joshua Kennedy-WhiteIn response to societal concerns about the security of data, organisations need to embrace the emerging doctrine of 'corporate digital responsibility'.
Web inventor decries fake news, loss of privacy
13 March, 2017 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingOn the web's 28th birthday, it's inventor Sir Tim Berners-Lee has shared his concerns over the trends threatening his vision for the technology, including the loss of privacy and the spread of fake news.
Pilgrim to hold privacy events in Melbourne, Hobart
09 March, 2017 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingAustralian Information Commissioner Timothy Pilgrim will host or appear at three privacy-focused seminars in Hobart and Melbourne in March.
