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For many businesses, intellectual property is among their most valuable assets. Whether it is a product, brand, software platform, proprietary process or customer data, intellectual property can define a competitive advantage and drive long-term growth. Yet it is also an area that is frequently overlooked until a problem arises.

Australia's proposed Privacy Amendment (Personal Data Protection) Bill 2026 represents the most significant privacy reform in decades. The draft legislation reforms would introduce a fair and reasonable test, new consent requirements, stricter breach reporting and expanded business compliance obligations. This article explores the different aspects of the reforms and what they mean for Australian businesses.

Facing court can be stressful. The legal language should not make the process harder to understand.

The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is Australia's national online register for recording security interests in personal property. Registering a security interest can provide valuable protection if a customer fails to pay, becomes insolvent or enters external administration.