Melanie Burgess

Dec 5, 2024 | cairnspost.com.au | Melanie Burgess |Annabel Fleming

Facial recognition technology is used at major sports and music venues across the country, yet half of Aussies have no idea, new exclusive research reveals. It follows the landmark ruling that Bunnings breached privacy laws by failing to inform customers they were using the technology.

Dec 5, 2024 | townsvillebulletin.com.au | Melanie Burgess |Annabel Fleming

Facial recognition technology is used at major sports and music venues across the country, yet half of Aussies have no idea, new exclusive research reveals. It follows the landmark ruling that Bunnings breached privacy laws by failing to inform customers they were using the technology.

Nov 4, 2024 | mdpi.com | Melanie Burgess |Diane Mack |Philip Wilson |Leah Ferguson

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Oct 19, 2024 | cairnspost.com.au | Melanie Burgess

They look like regular Ray-Bans, but Meta’s new smart glasses are anything but, sparking fears of a surge in stalking, child abuse, bullying and domestic violence. Hidden cameras and microphones have transformed the unassuming eyewear into powerful surveillance tools – and they are sold in mainstream stores for less than $500. Anti-bullying advocates have called for a ban in schools and legal experts say there are gaps in Australian privacy law.

Aug 16, 2023 | couriermail.com.au | Heidi Petith |Melanie Burgess

If you asked Artificial Intelligence to draw the average person from suburbs across Mackay, Isaac and the Whitsundays, what details would you tell it? Would you rely on stereotypes, your own experiences, or do on-the-ground research? Perhaps you would describe those living in farming communities like Sarina as more sun-hardened whereas you might tell AI those living in Airlie Beach enjoyed the night life.