Australia: Information Commissioner found Kmart Australia Limited’s use of facial recognition technology non-compliant with Privacy Act
Description
Information Commissioner found Kmart Australia Limited’s use of facial recognition technology non-compliant with Privacy Act
On 18 September 2025, the Australian Information Commissioner issued a ruling in its investigation into Kmart Australia Limited, confirming that the company had breached the Privacy Act through its use of facial recognition technology (FRT) in 28 re…
Scope
Policy Area
Data governance
Policy Instrument
Data protection regulation
Regulated Economic Activity
platform intermediary: other
Implementation Level
national
Government Branch
executive
Government Body
data protection authority