Cyberwar is here to stay

Feb 24, 2016 14:41 pm UTC| Technology Law

Last week, The New York Times revealed that the Obama administration had prepared a cyberattack plan to be carried out against Iran in the event diplomatic negotiations failed to limit that countrys nuclear weapons...

FBI vs Apple: giving up security and privacy could hurt us all

Feb 24, 2016 08:48 am UTC| Law Technology

You have nothing to fear if you have nothing to hide is an argument that is used often in the debate about surveillance. The latest incarnation of that debate is currently taking place in the case of the US government...

Legalising commercial surrogacy in Australia won't stop people going overseas

Feb 24, 2016 08:15 am UTC| Law

A recent Conversation article that said our current laws prohibiting commercial surrogacy are not working was correct. Some states outlaw overseas commercial surrogacy, but people are working around the laws or simply...

Migrant Crisis Series

Why is the UK ramping up costs for potential Australian migrants?

Feb 24, 2016 08:06 am UTC| Insights & Views Law

The UK government has become increasingly desperate to find any means it can to reduce its number of new migrants. Reuters/Neil Hall Australian citizens make up one of the largest groups entering the UK each year. More...

It's no guess Leyonhjelm’s tobacco inquiry will recommend reducing the tax

Feb 24, 2016 07:55 am UTC| Law Health

When it comes to tobacco control, you can determine the most effective policies by using the litmus test of how the tobacco industry reacts. This has long been called the scream test. It was obvious the industry wasnt...

Branded for life? Sending the wrong message to young perpetrators of family violence

Feb 24, 2016 07:42 am UTC| Insights & Views Law Life

As part of a strategy to eliminate violence against women, an advertising campaign on digital channels, in cinemas and in high foot-traffic areas for young people uses a series of photographs depicting young men who have...

Digital Currency Revolution

UK Financial Regulator Monitors Development Of Blockchain Technology, Yet To Take A Stance

Feb 24, 2016 05:25 am UTC| Digital Currency Law

The UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) recently expressed its views on fintech innovation, particularly addressing the issues such as how regulation can foster innovation in financial services and how can it ensure a...