As has been widely reported in the media, the OAIC decision concerning the use of facial recognition technology (FRT) by Bunnings Group is a salutary lesson in just how complex it can be to balance business need with legal compliance.

On July 15, 2024, the Taiwanese National Science and Technology Council released a draft of the Artificial Intelligence Basic Act, revealing seven basic principles, including sustainable development, human autonomy, privacy protection, security and safety, transparency and explainability, fairness and non-discrimination, and accountability, as the directions for Taiwan to enhance the development of artificial intelligence ("AI") technology and applications. Article 9 of the draft provides: "The government shall prevent the applications of AI from causing damages to citizens' lives, bod

For business operators, customer or commentator reviews can serve as both powerful endorsements and potential challenges, depending on their content.