Australian Cyber Crime Statistics In 2023 Shed Light On The Current Cyber Threat Landscape – 4 October 2024
Australian Cybercrime Statistics 2023 – The escalating threat of cybercrime in Australia necessitates heightened awareness and proactive measures. According to the most recent Annual Cyber Threat Report for the period spanning 2021-2022, alarming statistics have come to light. In 2024 roughly-one third of adult Australians, or around 6.4 million people, have been the victim of a breach in the last 12 months.
NSW Police launch review into toxic culture within force following ABC investigation – 4 October 2024
Former Victorian equal opportunity human rights commissioner Kristen Hilton will conduct a review into the culture within NSW Police. NSW Police Commissioner Karen Webb says it’s important for someone with “fresh eyes” to conduct the review. Commissioner Webb did not rule out the need for a royal commission following the review.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-10-04/nsw-police-review-toxic-culture-abc-investigation/104432330
Retirement villages on notice after ABC investigation – 7 October 2024
Retirement villages have been put on notice following an ABC investigation into residents who are victims of financial abuse. Residents and their families are being hit with enormous exit fees and unreasonable refurbish and renovation fees, often resulting in them losing hundreds of thousands of dollars on their initial investments.
Aussies Targeted for Crypto Scams as “Easy Prey” – 7 October 2024
A shocking ABC report has unveiled that Australians are often targeted by overseas crypto scammers due to the resident’s wealth and trusting nature. Additionally, scammers believe that the AFP is less likely to go after international criminals, a perception local authorities are looking to change. All up, Aussies lost approximately AU $300m to investment scams in 2023, with 47% of them involving cryptocurrency.
https://cryptonews.com.au/news/abc-report-aussies-targeted-for-crypto-scams-as-easy-prey-123810/
WA Ombudsman to resign over travel bills – 9 October 2024
WA’s controversial globetrotting Ombudsman says he will resign in the wake of a damning Corruption and Crime Commission report that found he had created a sham process to allow him to bypass the premier’s approval for his lavish international travel that cost taxpayers more than $200,000 in a single year.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-10-09/wa-ombudsman-to-resign-over-travel-bills/104449386
IBAC report says investigators uncovered corrupt conduct in Moonee Valley council – 9 October 2024
Cameron Nation accepted cocaine and Xanax in exchange for progressing planning applications while mayor of Moonee Valley council, according to a report tabled in state parliament. The IBAC said it also found Mr Nation and councilors Jacob Bettio and Narelle Sharpe received undisclosed dinners and a free membership to a local soccer club. IBAC has recommended the code of conduct for councilors be updated to include a “clear expectation” that they report suspected corruption.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-10-09/ibac-mooney-valley-council-corruption-bribes-report/104450222
Why allegations of war crimes against Australian Defence Force soldiers may never result in charges – 9 October 2024
The Brereton inquiry into alleged war crimes in Afghanistan found there was “credible information” related to the alleged unlawful killing of 39 people by, or involving, Australian Defence Force members. One former SAS soldier has been charged with a war crime. Defence Minister Richard Marles is currently considering the recommendations of a review of the role of the inspector-general of the ADF.
These car brands are collecting and sharing your data with third parties – 9 October 2024
An investigation by consumer advocacy group Choice found most of Australia’s popular car brands collect and share “driver data”, ranging from braking patterns to video footage. Kia and Hyundai collect voice recognition data from inside their cars and sell it to an artificial intelligence software training company. Privacy and consumer rights advocates are pushing for law reform to limit data collection to what is “fair and reasonable”.
Proposed AML/CTF law changes to impact gaming rooms – 10 October 2024
The Australian government has introduced the long-anticipated Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financial (AML/CTF) Amendment Bill 2024 into parliament. the amendment bill will bring tranche two entities into the scope, including lawyers, accountants, and real estate agents. It will also bring Australia in line with international standards set by the Financial Action Task Force.
https://theshout.com.au/australian-hotelier/proposed-aml-ctf-law-changes-to-impact-gaming-rooms/
Police say outlaw motorcycle gangs ‘not welcome’ on the Sunshine Coast after trio arrested – 10 October 2024
Three suspected members of the Rebels outlaw motorcycle gang have been arrested. The trio came to the attention of police after a traffic crash where the driver was allegedly assaulted. Police have vowed to continue to try to stamp out gang activity on the Sunshine Coast.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-10-10/rebels-motorcycle-gang-arrests-sunshine-coast/104454742
