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Surveillance cameras will target abuse of elderly in nursing homes – 15 April 2019
SA Health will install surveillance cameras costing $500,000 in at least five of its state-run aged care facilities, in a move to clamp-down on the abuse of elderly patients.
https://www.canberratimes.com.au/story/6043255/nursing-home-cctv-trial-to-start-in-sa/?cs=14231
Cryptocurrency Businesses Despite Regulation – 14 April 2019
Despite increasing regulation in the cryptocurrency sector, Australia’s major banks maintain cautious policies when it comes to cryptocurrencies. While cryptocurrency businesses appear to challenge Australian banks’ hunger for risk, many institutions permit cryptocurrencies to be purchased using credit cards.
https://news.bitcoin.com/aussie-banks-cold-cryptocurrency-businesses/
ASIC developing ‘holistic’ model for cryptocurrency surveillance – 12 April 2019
The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) is using frontline market surveillance in order to effectively monitor crypto assets and other emerging markets such as fixed income currency and commodities markets.
https://micky.com.au/asic-developing-holistic-model-for-cryptocurrency-surveillance/
Aussie students lead fight against credit card fraud – 12 April 2019
Three Australian high school students, who developed and patented an EFTPOS machine with fingerprint security, are heading to Cape Canavarel, to compete for grants and possible scholarships. The teens hope to take top honours, and secure backing for their anti-fraud technology that could one day see a world-wide roll out.
https://www.sbs.com.au/news/aussie-students-lead-fight-against-credit-card-fraud