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UK court rules AI training on copyrighted works is not infringing
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UK High Court rules training AI on copyrighted material does not infringe copyright, easing legal risks for AI developers while challenging creative industries.
UK court ruling offers no clarity on copyright & AI training
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UK High Court ruling in Getty Images v Stability AI drops landmark copyright claims, offering little clarity on AI training using copyrighted content.
Wikipedia loses UK court battle over Online Safety Act rules
Thu, 14th Aug 2025
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Wikipedia has lost its UK High Court bid to avoid new Online Safety Act rules requiring user verification on its platform.
Token Recovery appoints Scott Pounder to lead global operations
Fri, 27th Jun 2025
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Scott Pounder, former London police detective and cybercrime expert, joins Token Recovery to lead global operations in digital asset recovery.
ICC enhances arbitration platform with Opus 2 technology
Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
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The ICC has launched an enhanced version of its Case Connect platform, powered by Opus 2, to streamline arbitration and improve dispute resolution efficiency.
Aquila's laser tech powers non-stop drone flights in landmark trial
Wed, 24th Jan 2024
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Aquila, an AU-NZ deep tech start-up, makes history by wirelessly charging drones in mid-flight using laser beams, setting its sights on transforming global energy distribution.
High court grants Medtech preservation order against Valentia
Thu, 11th Jan 2024
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High Court grants Medtech order against Valentia Technologies, permitting investigations into alleged copyright infringement, data violations, and patient safety risks in healthcare industry.
High costs & lack of infrastructure hinder EV adoption in Australia, NZ
Thu, 2nd Nov 2023
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High upfront costs, inadequate charging stations, and 'range anxiety' are impeding EV adoption in Australia and NZ.
VIQ Solutions starts contract with Queensland Courts DJAG
Tue, 9th Aug 2022
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VIQ Solutions has started providing transcription and recording services to Queensland Courts Department of Justice and Attorney General.
ComCom appeals $2.25 million fine in Vodafone FibreX case
Wed, 18th May 2022
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The Commerce Commission has filed an appeal in the High Court against a $2.25 million fine imposed on Vodafone NZ for its offending under the Fair Trading Act.
Appian awarded billions in damages against Pegasystems Inc.
Thu, 12th May 2022
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Appian has been awarded USD$2.036 billion in damages against Pegasystems Inc as the result of a jury verdict in the Circuit Court for Fairfax County, Virginia.
New precedent for cybersecurity after legal judgement of RI Advice
Fri, 6th May 2022
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In an Australian first, the Federal Court has found that RI Advice failed to adequately manage cybersecurity risks.
Legal challenge over decision that AI machines cannot be granted patents
Mon, 28th Feb 2022
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A legal challenge is being prepared to overturn the Intellectual Property Office's (IPONZ) decision not to recognise a machine as an inventor.
Rage against the machine: Can an AI programme be an inventor?
Tue, 22nd Feb 2022
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New Zealand has been caught by a global fight between humans and machines that might define intellectual property rights for the rest of the century.
Huawei to fight US allegations with their own lawsuit
Tue, 5th Mar 2019
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The lawyers are alleging that their client was detained, searched and interrogated for three hours in violation of constitutional rights.
Commerce Commission cautions consumers following High Court’s Viagogo decision
Tue, 19th Feb 2019
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The Commerce Commission warns consumers to be vigilant when purchasing event tickets online after the High Court dismissed its injunction bid against Viagogo.
Huawei continues to plead innocent despite serious criminal charges
Wed, 30th Jan 2019
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Huawei faces 13-count indictment in the US, including bank fraud, wire fraud, and conspiracy charges. CFO Meng also indicted.
Apple Supreme Court case could have ‘far-reaching ramifications’
Mon, 30th Jul 2018
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A GlobalData analyst says that the outcome of the Apple v Pepper case could impact the app development market at all levels.
Spark facing court proceedings after Commerce Commission alleges it misled customers
Mon, 9th Jul 2018
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The Commerce Commission has charged Spark with 11 counts of misleading customers over billing issues between 2014 and 2017, now heading for court.
PB Tech raked over coals by ComCom for dodgy practices
Tue, 3rd Jul 2018
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PB Tech admits to 14 charges of violating extended warranty rules, while also being warned for bait advertising, according to the Commerce Commission.