TimpiSometimes small things seem big. On its face, the administrative review tribunal decision to overrule the privacy commissioner’s finding that Bunnings’ use of intrusive, high-impact AI was unlawful is a technical call. But the impact will be material.
Australia, like many countries, is underprepared for the impact of AI and the capture of personal data. When we read stories like these, it steals our resolve. Privacy is a right, not granted after the fact.
