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New Anti-Money Laundering Bill
On 11 September 2024 the (Bill) was introduced to the House of Representatives.[1] The Bill will amend the Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing Act 2006 (Cth) (AML/CTF Act) to include provisions regarding deterrence, detection and disruption of money laundering and terrorism financing.[2] Most changes will take effect from 31 March 2026.
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Software developer obtains Court order – names behind IP addresses
Justice Burley of the Federal Court of Australia in the case of Siemens Industry Software Inc v Telstra Corporation Limited [2020] FCA 901 ordered that Telstra, within fourteen (14) days, provide to Siemens all documents in its control relating to the identity of certain Telstra Account holders. Those account holders were suspected by Siemens of…
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Is social media chat log a document in Federal Court?
The Federal Court has addressed the hearsay rule exception of using a log from an instant messaging platform to prove the identity of the sender, date, time of the message, and contents of the statement.
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Businesses obligations when trading online – CC Act 2010 (Cth)
This article provides an overview of the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth) and its application to online sales, including provisions relating to misleading conduct, single price representation, unconscionable conduct, unfair contract terms and remedies for contraventions.
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ACCC guidance for online user reviews
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has released guidelines to help businesses navigate the complexities of online reviews. Learn how to manage reviews, remove fake ones, and stay compliant with the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth). Read on to find out more.
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Businesses’ obligations when trading online – Competition and Consumer Act 2010
The Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth) provides legal remedies for those aggrieved by a business’s online conduct, such as penalties, damages, etc. This article explores remedies for misleading, deceptive, unconscionable conduct and unfair contract terms.
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Social media rant costs respondent upwards of $350k!
Posting unsubstantiated allegations on social media can be risky. Learn about the consequences of a case in which a business was found to have misled and deceived customers, and how to protect yourself from similar situations. Read the full article to find out more.
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Bespoke end user licence agreements for the iStore
Launching an App in the iStore? Developers can create a bespoke End User Licence Agreement to meet Apple’s minimum requirements. Learn more about creating legally binding terms and conditions, as well as the Apple guide, in this article.
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Are your website terms and conditions contractually binding?
Online contracts have legal implications and must adhere to consumer protection regulations. The Australian case of eBay International AG v Creative Festival Entertainment Pty Limited (ACN 098 183 281) [2006] FCA 1768 highlights the importance of understanding these regulations when drafting online contracts.
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