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InternetNZ says TPP's 'digital locks' will stifle innovation
Copyright

InternetNZ says TPP's 'digital locks' will stifle innovation

InternetNZ has made its submission towards the TPP Amendment Bill, saying the legislation will make copyright laws less fair and stifle innovation.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 27th Jul 2016
Understanding copyright for schools
EduTech

Understanding copyright for schools

Copyright describes a set of exclusive rights that are given to owners in relation to the creation of audio, image or video works, says NetSafe.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 28th Oct 2015

Global Stories

Copyright stories

World IP Day: Experts calling for IP reform in the age of AI
Software-as-a-Service

World IP Day: Experts calling for IP reform in the age of AI

As AI reshapes creativity, experts call for reform of IP laws rather than abolition, warning that current rules fail to protect smaller creators and Indigenous cultures.

By Staff Writer • 8 min read • Thu, 24th Apr 2025
Endor Labs launches AI model scoring system for security
Physical Security

Endor Labs launches AI model scoring system for security

Endor Labs launches Endor Scores for AI Models, enabling developers to evaluate the security and quality of open source AI models on Hugging Face.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 25th Oct 2024
DigiCert launches Common Mark Certificates for email security
Phishing

DigiCert launches Common Mark Certificates for email security

DigiCert has launched Common Mark Certificates, enabling organisations without trademarks to enhance email security and branding, increasing trust and visibility.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Oct 2024
Adobe's Chandra Sinnathamby discusses responsible AI innovation
Marketing Technologies

Adobe's Chandra Sinnathamby discusses responsible AI innovation

Adobe's Chandra Sinnathamby has stressed the company's commitment to responsible innovation in AI, focusing on transparency, trust, and sustainability.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Fri, 23rd Aug 2024
California judge partially dismisses claims against Microsoft & OpenAI
Unified Communications

California judge partially dismisses claims against Microsoft & OpenAI

A California judge has partially dismissed claims against Microsoft and OpenAI over alleged unauthorised use of intellectual property in GitHub Co-pilot.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Jul 2024
Anthology launches AI policy framework for universities
EduTech

Anthology launches AI policy framework for universities

Education solutions firm Anthology unveils an AI Policy Framework to aid higher education institutes in the ethical use of artificial intelligence, with principles drawn from international standards.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Feb 2024
Getty Images CEO urges Sunak to back creative over AI industries
Physical Security

Getty Images CEO urges Sunak to back creative over AI industries

Getty Images CEO, Craig Peters, warns Chancellor Rishi Sunak of risking UK GDP by favouring AI support over the critical creative industries.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Jan 2024
Generative AI users have data privacy and bias concerns: Applause
Breach Prevention

Generative AI users have data privacy and bias concerns: Applause

Despite concerns Applause global survey reveals that 79% of respondents actively use generative AI services, with ChatGPT being the most popular.

By Gaurav Sharma • 3 min read • Fri, 15th Sep 2023
Oracle vs Rimini Street - lessons for the ANZ channel
Physical Security

Oracle vs Rimini Street - lessons for the ANZ channel

The US legal battle over software copyright could have consequences for vendors and providers here in Australia and New Zealand.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Fri, 12th Jan 2018
Kim Dotcom film up for best documentary at Asia-Pacific Screen Awards
Film

Kim Dotcom film up for best documentary at Asia-Pacific Screen Awards

A film about entrepreneur and former MegaUpload founder Kim Dotcom is up for best documentary at this year's Asia-Pacific Screen Awards.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 14th Nov 2017

Stories from Other Regions

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Illegal streaming triples cybercrime risk for Australians
Ransomware

Illegal streaming triples cybercrime risk for Australians

A new survey reveals that Australians using illegal streaming sites are three times more likely to fall victim to cybercrime, sparking health concerns.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Oct 2024
ODI reveals critical AI data issues in the UK's tech sector report
Data Protection

ODI reveals critical AI data issues in the UK's tech sector report

The Open Data Institute's recent report exposes weaknesses in the UK's tech infrastructure, warning that poor data governance in AI could undermine societal benefits and trust.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 29th Jul 2024
MPs voice unease over AI's impact on UK creative industry
Physical Security

MPs voice unease over AI's impact on UK creative industry

UK MPs voice concern over the negative effects of unregulated AI on the creative sector, pushing for government intervention to modernise copyright laws benefitting large tech corporations.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 15th Apr 2024
85% of Australian eCommerce content found to be plagiarised
Digital Transformation

85% of Australian eCommerce content found to be plagiarised

Australian AI-driven SEO solutions specialist, OptiDan, reveals alarming levels of duplicate and plagiarised content amongst eCommerce retailers in its comprehensive industry study.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Feb 2024
Microsoft OEM reseller to pay $250,000 in damages for copyright infringement
Microsoft

Microsoft OEM reseller to pay $250,000 in damages for copyright infringement

One Australian reseller will pay $250,000 following an out of court settlement, while the courts have found in favour of Microsoft in a second case.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Mon, 31st Oct 2016