Months after more children were banned from social media, almost half of young people support the change even as they worry about missing out.
A major Australian bank will no longer require more than one document to turn you into a customer by tapping into hidden technology.
Skyrocketing diesel prices are adding cost and uncertainty to heavy transport and operators are calling for help to change the industry's direction.
Australia could cut emissions and car parks by introducing self-driving cars, but the technology could also have unexpected negative effects on roads.
More self-driving cars will navigate streets around the world this year but some are yet to be convinced the technology is roadworthy.
The competition watchdog warns $20 billion worth of airport infrastructure projects could be passed on to passengers in the form of higher airfares.
Different laws across Australian states are putting pressure on the retail sector, which wants legislative harmony between jurisdictions.
Some of the most popular car companies in Australia and a selection of luxury brands have failed to meet emissions targets in their first year of operation.
Complaints about telecommunications services are rising in Australia and faulty and disconnected mobile phone connections are making the biggest impact.
Australia's biggest electric vehicle incentive is under review and both traditional car makers and the EV industry warns change could lead to a crash.
Transport subsidy schemes around Australia need urgent reform to give people with disabilities greater choice and lower costs, a report has found.
Radio stations must reveal if they are using AI voices to host radio shows under a revised code of practice although rules will not apply to all segments.
Australian laws banning children from social media have the world talking but two months in, experts say they are far from foolproof.
Technology giants are not doing enough to tackle the worst examples of child sexual abuse material online, according to Australia's online safety boss.
Former corporate lawyer Sarah Court will succeed Joe Longo as chair of the Australian Securities and Investments Commission.
Artificially intelligent image creation tools are becoming more sophisticated and easier to use but that is making it harder to tell what is real online.
Australia could raise $35 billion a year by putting a price on pollution and help households and businesses by sharing the revenue, a report has found.
After being swamped with medical questions, one AI firm is trialling a dedicated health service. Experts say more are coming and their prognosis is unclear.
The tax office is planning to clamp down on holiday home tax deductions, as proposed new rules clarify the criteria for which home owners can claim expenses.
The competition watchdog has taken meal delivery services HelloFresh and Youfoodz to court for misleading consumers with subscriptions.
Data centres supporting artificial intelligence technology could use as much as 20 per cent of the water supply in some cities unless policies change.
Australia's social media age restrictions will kick in as planned, with a High Court challenge to the ban pushed into the new year.
The world's biggest search provider will face a substantial penalty for breaking Australia's competition laws, a court has ruled, after doing deals with telcos.
Australia's world-first social media ban for children under 16 is imminent but the details of its rollout and enforcement remain fuzzy.
Companies employ 52,000 dedicated workers, more than Australia's entire coal mining sector, just to comply with regulation strangling business investment.
Low-carbon fuel orders could be placed on firms to secure the future of Australian biofuels and ensure they can reach their multibillion-dollar potential.
More Australian businesses are investing in artificial intelligence technology but many are still waiting for clear rules about its use.
Australian consumers are the most optimistic they've been since early 2022 despite fading prospects of more interest rate cuts.
The corporate watchdog has flagged easing reporting requirements for smaller firms while warning private credit to shape up or face tougher regulation.
Some households will get free access to electricity for three hours a day but questions have been raised about unintended consequences from the plan.
Australia's voluntary battery recycling scheme will be allowed to continue but with limited uptake, the public could benefit if more devices were collected.
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