The County Court of Victoria has clarified contractual obligations, the limits of implied good faith, and risks of “absolute discretion” clauses. The decision reminds developers and purchasers that courts aim for businesslike outcomes and unilateral powers to cancel, or delay may be scrutinised.
Disney and Universal are suing MidJourney over AI-generated images, in a landmark case exploring the intersection of generative AI and copyright law.
NSW expands the Reportable Conduct Scheme, introducing stricter regulations, enhanced protections, and clearer guidance for organisations and employees.
The NSW Child Safe Scheme requires boards and committees to embed child safety into governance and oversight, with failure to do so exposing organisations to legal, financial and reputational risks.
Recent Full Court of the Federal Court of Australia decision clarifies statutory unconscionability under the ACL, confirming the role and application of statutory factors, rather than general concepts of acceptable social or community standards.
In this edition, you will find our regular roundup of recent digital governance news* and developments in Australia and across the globe.
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