Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) stories
Australian telecom complaints reach record low levels
Last week
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uc
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telco
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nbn
Complaints to Australian telecoms have plummeted to record lows, averaging just 2.7 per 10,000 services, signalling improved customer satisfaction.
Communications Alliance urges safe harbour in scams law
Last month
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uc
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email security
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telco
The Communications Alliance is pushing for a safe harbour in the new Scams Prevention Framework to protect telcos from excessive liabilities.
Zeller comments on Australia's move to decommission 3G networks
Fri, 2nd Aug 2024
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personal computing devices
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hardware
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connectivity
Australia’s 3G networks will be decommissioned next month, posing potential disruptions for retailers and hospitality businesses that rely on outdated tech.
Australia leads global standards in mobile network safety
Tue, 30th Jul 2024
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uc
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5g & beyond
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telco
Australian Mobile Telecommunications Association lauded for global contributions to RF safety standards, establishing 5G compliance benchmarks alongside international bodies.
Telstra faces backlash over mishandling of 140,000 silent numbers
Wed, 17th Jul 2024
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breach prevention
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data privacy
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telstra
Telstra faces backlash for mishandling 140,000 customers' private information, including silent numbers, exposing them publicly and breaching licence conditions.
ACCAN & ACCC unite to call for overhaul of TCP Code
Wed, 10th Jul 2024
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acma
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accc
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accan
ACCAN and the ACCC have united to urge a complete overhaul of the TCP Code, citing fundamental shortcomings that leave Australian consumers inadequately protected.
Microsoft privacy concerns calls for greater emphasis on security measures
Wed, 26th Jun 2024
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data protection
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endpoint protection
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encryption
Privacy concerns around Microsoft's new Recall feature lead experts to advise businesses on protective measures, including policy updates and advanced IT solutions.
Amaysim appoints Vir Inder Nath as VP amid big expansion plans
Fri, 14th Jun 2024
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connectivity
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optus
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australian bureau of statistics
Amaysim names Vir Inder Nath as Vice President amid plans to expand into fixed home internet, aiming to revolutionise broadband with affordable nbn services.
ACMA issues alert on rising loyalty points scam SMSs
Wed, 15th May 2024
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cx
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martech
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email security
ACMA warns of a surge in loyalty points scam SMSs, urges vigilance. Telstra blocked 11 million scam texts monthly but seeks public help to curb threats.
Report urges transparency in Australian telco regulation enforcement
Wed, 3rd Apr 2024
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uc
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risk & compliance
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telco
The Centre for Media Transition's latest report, commissioned by ACCAN, urges the ACMA to increase transparency around telecommunications regulation enforcement, recommending a public register of penalties.
Private networks: The key to leverage 5G technology
Thu, 11th Jan 2024
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smartphones
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uc
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network infrastructure
Private 5G networks are transforming digital connectivity across industries in capacities, from healthcare to manufacturing, by supporting secure, agile and efficient operational functions.
Trans-Tasman partnership rallies against spam
Tue, 16th Feb 2016
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email security
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cybersecurity
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scams
The Department of Internal Affairs and ACMA are teaming up to combat spam and cybercrime across New Zealand and Australia.
Facebook faces child porn probe
Wed, 22nd Aug 2012
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facebook
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social media
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online safety
Australian watchdog group accuses the social networking site of allowing child pornography through the creation of new pages.