AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoAI Governance: Australia’s AI regulation push is ramping up as businesses race ahead, with warnings about “shadow AI” and compliance gaps ahead of Privacy Act changes that demand more transparency in automated decisions. Cybercrime Readiness: A parliamentary inquiry hears cybercrime support is a “massive unmet need”, as the ASD flags a 219% jump in costs for large Australian businesses. Parliament Cybersecurity: Auditors say a federal parliamentary network still has major cybersecurity control failures years after a major hack, raising fresh concerns about resilience. Workplace & Industry: In WA’s Pilbara, AMWU members have voted for unlimited stoppages at BHP’s Port Hedland after months of stalled bargaining, with ETU ballots expected. Consumer Law: JB Hi-Fi faces ACCC action after misleading “was” sale prices; refunds of $250,000 are underway for 206 customers. Marketing Regulation: AANA and ADMA are merging from July 1 into a single industry body to tackle standards and advocacy amid AI and shifting rules. Child Online Safety: Apple’s upcoming “Child Account” feature aims to give parents tighter control for younger users, as governments worldwide tighten social media access.
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