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In response to Australia’s biggest ever data breach, the federal government will temporarily suspend regulations that stop telcos sharing customer information with third parties.

The 19-year-old Sydney man allegedly sent SMS messages demanding $2,000 to 93 customers whose data had been released online after Optus breach

The federal government has announced its response to record Optus data breach, with changes to the telecommunications laws.

The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is a landmark reform of the last decade. But while delivering much benefit, it has operational problems and its cost has escalated dramatically – currently around $30 billion annually, there have been suggestions it could reach $60 billion. The scheme looms as one of…

Optus will be able to share drivers licences, Medicare and passport numbers with banks and government agencies to assist in fraud detection following a data breach that affected almost 10 million current and former customers.

Optus yet to give specific information about what to do next to those who used Queensland driver’s licences or a passport to sign up

Stolen data travels globally with a few keystrokes, leaving scammed customers wondering where their details will turn up next.

Optus is being dragged over the coals after promising to "vigorously defend" any class actions launched by Australian customers over a major security breach.

After failing to get clear advice from Optus and in trying to protect her finances, Anna may now not be able to own her own home anytime soon.