Tag: online

ACCC warns businesses: Communication on refunds is essential

The ACCC reviewed over 2,000 Australian retail websites and found some may breach consumer law. As part of this sweep, business’ return policies and website...

IJM Australia: Tech companies must take responsibility for online child safety

International Justice Mission (IJM) Australia has welcomed the independent report by Ms Delia Rickard PSM on the Online Safety Act 2021. In line with IJM’s...

How the Online Safety Act review could reshape digital protections

The Minister for Communications, Hon Michelle Rowland MP, has tabled the Report of the Statutory Review of the Online Safety Act 2021. The independent review...

Ethical concerns in AI content creation: What brands should know

As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes a key tool in content creation, brands face significant risks and responsibilities. While AI improves efficiency and scalability, it also...

Understanding online risks for children: Why early conversations matter

eSafety is urging families to prioritise online safety discussions, as new research reveals that over 1 in 4 girls (26.3%) experience online sexual solicitation by...

Mitchell Dye on exploring the societal ripple effects of social media

Social media’s influence on public opinion continues to evolve, creating both opportunities and challenges for communications professionals. Mitchell Dye, Acting Coordinator of External Corporate Communications...

Why short-form videos are transforming brand strategies

Short-form videos are revolutionising the way brands connect with audiences, redefining communication in the digital age. At a time when people’s attention spans are shorter...

Preventing harm: Online platforms now required to safeguard content

Groundbreaking industry standards mandating global tech giants to address harmful online content, including child sexual abuse material and pro-terror content, are set to become law....

Sophie Winter on purposeful communication in a cluttered online world

In an age dominated by an endless stream of content, purposeful communication has never been more essential. Sophie Winter, an experienced communications professional, Manager of...

Balancing social media access and cybersafety for youth

The Federal Government plans to introduce a minimum age restriction for social media platforms to address concerns over online harm to children. However, RMIT experts...

Protecting Aussie kids online: eSafety Commissioner questions tech giants on age assurance

Australia’s eSafety Commissioner has requested that leading social media and messaging platforms reveal how many Australian children are using their services and detail the age...

Australia’s anti-trolling bill is introduced to parliament

The Australian Government’s anti-trolling bill designed to hold tech giants to account for online harassment has been introduced to parliament. Communications Minister Paul Fletcher presented...

MPs call for tighter controls on combating online crime

Members of the Parliament have grown concerned over the Australian Government’s proposed hacking powers that will help combat online crime. Because of this, they have...