Australia: Information Commissioner issued updated guidance on privacy requirements for facial recognition technology
Description
Information Commissioner issued updated guidance on privacy requirements for facial recognition technology
On 29 July 2026, the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner issued an updated guidance on the privacy implications of facial recognition technology in physical settings, including retail stores. The guidance clarifies that biometric templ…
Scope
Policy Area
Data governance
Policy Instrument
Data protection regulation
Regulated Economic Activity
other service provider
Implementation Level
national
Government Branch
executive
Government Body
data protection authority