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60 Firms Face January Privacy Test

The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) has announced it will conduct its first privacy compliance sweep in January, targeting approximately 60 entities across six sectors that collect personal information in person.

AI Safety Takes Backseat in National Plan

Australia's National AI Plan has drawn sharp criticism from legal and academic experts who warn the government's decision to rely on existing legislation leaves organisations exposed to emerging risks in high-stakes automation and automated decision-making systems. The plan abandons previously proposed mandatory guardrails for high-risk AI systems, instead establishing a light-touch regulatory framework built on technology-neutral laws covering privacy, consumer protection and workplace safety.

IBM Bets Big on Realtime Data Streaming

IBM will acquire data streaming platform provider Confluent for $ US 11 billion. Confluent operates a commercial distribution of Apache Kafka, an open-source platform that enables realtime data streaming between applications and systems.

Preserving Rolls-Royce Legacy Through Pixels

​In a quiet corner of Rowville, Victoria, a powerful transformation is underway - one that blends heritage with high-tech precision. The Sir Henry Royce Foundation Australia (SHRF), custodian of a rich archive chronicling the legacy of Henry Royce and the Rolls-Royce movement in Australia, has launched a comprehensive digitisation initiative designed to preserve its irreplaceable records for generations to come.

Strong Risk Frameworks Key To GenAI Success

Organizations must elevate risk management capabilities to achieve meaningful returns on generative AI investments, according to new research from Parker & Lawrence examining AI adoption in risk and compliance functions.

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