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Telcos get new powers to block malicious SMS scams at scale
As Telstra begins piloting its 'cyber safety capability'.
Nov 29 2021 12:50PM
Gov considers new powers for telcos to block malicious SMS scams
Home Affairs boss says discussions underway.
Oct 27 2021 6:14AM
MinterEllison makes its IT security 'interventions' easier to understand
Simplifies processes, provides better context to users.
Mar 1 2021 12:35PM
Telstra stands up automated platform to block scam calls
'No mean feat', says CEO Andrew Penn.
Feb 16 2021 12:20PM
Internet companies urge rejection of new social media regulations
Could narrow their ability to remove "objectionable" content.
Sep 3 2020 11:53AM
Google Australia warns govt to tread carefully on new site block powers
Argues they're unnecessary, could curb freedom of expression.
Mar 18 2020 1:19PM
Govt agrees to ISP-level site-blocking of 'dangerous material'
To create 24/7 centre to monitor 'online crisis events'.
Aug 26 2019 6:30AM
Govt asked to create new ISP-level site blocking powers
With an expanded range of content targeted.
Jul 1 2019 12:46PM
Telstra, Optus and Vodafone temporarily block websites after Christchurch attack
Updated: As NZ telcos seek longer-term solution.
Mar 19 2019 10:01AM
Site blocking expansion waved through committee
High number of rights holder submissions used as evidence of need.
Nov 27 2018 10:05AM
Google attacks Australian government for "rushing" site block expansion
Says expanding scope makes no sense.
Nov 20 2018 10:40PM
Govt to beef up website blocking laws
Targets file hosting sites, mirrors and proxies.
Oct 18 2018 9:24AM
Aussies get used to website blocking regime
Less likely than last year to try to bypass it.
Aug 8 2018 11:11AM
Turnbull introduces bill to block piracy websites
Takes ownership of legislation from Brandis.
Mar 26 2015 9:12AM
Brandis prepares to introduce site blocking legislation
Updated: ISPs not consulted.
Mar 17 2015 2:49PM
Attorney-General agency implicated in web filter scandal
Accusations of secrecy, but don't be alarmed.
May 30 2013 3:41PM
Attorney-General agency implicated in web blocking scandal
Accusations of secrecy, but don't be alarmed.
May 30 2013 10:50AM
Parliament repeals .info filter
Internal concerns aired.
Feb 29 2012 3:52PM
Firefox add-on circumvents SOPA blocking
Technical work around to proposed anti-piracy bill.
Dec 22 2011 9:43AM
Firefox add-on circumvents SOPA blocking
Technical work around to proposed anti-piracy bill.
Dec 22 2011 8:52AM
