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Kmart’s use of facial recognition tech breached privacy rules: OAIC
The privacy commissioner has found Kmart Australia breached privacy laws by using facial recognition technology in its stores to combat refund fraud, finding the privacy invasion was disproportionate.
Employment Hero denies misusing Seek’s data to launch rival job list
Human resources company Employment Hero, which has accused Seek of abusing its dominance by cutting access to its platform, has rejected claims in the hiring giant's defence of misuse of candidate data.
Ratings house faces ASIC investigation over Keystone fund
ASIC has confirmed it is investigating at least one ratings house which said Keystone’s failed Shield Master Fund was of 'investment grade', as the corporate watchdog seeks to claw back $480 million in investor funds. 
Pauline Hanson to fight credit findings in discrimination appeal
One Nation senator Pauline Hanson will dispute adverse credit findings made against her as part of her appeal of a judgment in a racial discrimination case by Greens senator Mehreen Faruqi.
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Federal government cuts offshore wind fees in bid to woo investors
The federal government is slashing costs and red tape for offshore wind developers, in a bid to attract investment to the burgeoning industry. 
Higgins’ husband must pay $700K over ‘indefensible’ social media posts
The husband of former Liberal staffer Brittany Higgins has been ordered to pay over $700,000 in damages and costs to former senator Linda Reynolds over social media posts found to have defamed the politician.
Piper Alderman hires M&A specialist from Corrs Chambers
Piper Alderman has appointed a partner with equity capital markets expertise for the law firm's corporate team in Perth.
Queensland judges warned against using AI for rulings
Releasing guidelines for the use of generative artificial intelligence, the Queensland court system has this week cautioned judges against the use of AI tools for decision-making. 
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Abu Dhabi National Oil drops $30B takeover bid for Santos
A consortium led by the investment arm of Abu Dhabi's National Oil Company has dropped a $30 billion takeover bid for oil giant Santos.
Regeneron, Bayer take fight over Eylea biosimilar to appeals court
Biotech Regeneron and drug company Bayer have wasted no time in challenging a decision that cleared the way for generic pharmaceutical manufacturer Sandoz to launch a version of top selling Eylea.