The decision in Privacy Commissioner v Telstra has important implications for metadata regulation in Australia, and for judicial oversight of the Australian Privacy Commissioner’s functions. This article examines the decision and discusses the key takeaways for businesses that are based in, or doing business with, Australia.
Partner at Corrs Chambers Westgarth
Philip Catania is a Partner at Corrs Chambers Westgarth, and is recognised for his practical, proactive and risk-focussed approach, Phil has acted for some of Australia’s leading organisations in their technology and data privacy matters. He has dual qualifications in law and computer science, is a former President of the Victorian Society for Computers and the Law and is Australia’s representative on the Board of the International Technology Law Association.