Home December Newsletter 2024 Merry Giftmas from ADMA It is almost time for ‘tools down’ for the year and there is no greater feeling than being on the precipice of a hard-earned break. So, as we farewell 2024, we connected with renowned marketing academic Mark Ritson to find out his predictions for 2025. Plus, as a thank you for supporting ADMA this year, we’d like to gift you with 30% off select ADMA IQ courses and certificates as well as access to our Privacy Reforms information sheet, which is usually a member only resource. 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Read more Give yourself an unfair advantage in 2025 with ADMA IQ Which skills are you investing in for 2025? For a limited amount of time, save 30% on select courses and certificates by applying the code JOLLY30 at checkout. Offer valid until 31 January 2025. Find out more below. Read more We've just updated our Preparing Marketers for Privacy Reform information sheet The Australian Government has passed the first tranche of its reforms of the Privacy Act. The second tranche is expected in 2025. This handy tool gives marketers all the information they need to get prepared. 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We will then assess how each of these weaknesses has data privacy ramifications and discuss how to best remedy these areas for improvement. Article 27th Mar 2025 14 mins The Privacy Series: The Scams Prevention Framework With the number of scams or attempted scams targeting Australians on a daily basis, in February 2025 the Australian Government took action and passed the Scams Prevention Framework Bill (2024). In this latest edition of the Privacy Series, we will explore the new Scam Prevention Framework and what impact it will have on marketers. Article 27th Mar 2025 14 mins Regulatory Spotlight: Navigating data privacy, AI and compliance with Peter Leonard In this edition of ADMA’s Regulatory Spotlight, we speak with Peter Leonard, an expert in data and technology and Chair of ADMA’s Regulatory and Advocacy Working Group. Article 27th Mar 2025 10 mins The digital marketing paradox: Why experience alone isn’t enough AI is constantly rewriting the rules. And new technologies reshape how customers think and behave.So, while hands-on experience is invaluable, relying on it alone can leave you at risk of falling behind. Staying competitive – today and tomorrow – means combining experience with structured, up-to-date education. Article 27th Mar 2025 15 mins AI-powered chatbots are redefining customer interactions - here’s how As machine learning and AI advance, chatbots are becoming increasingly sophisticated – capable of holding natural conversations, solving problems and personalising interactions. Could this redefine how brands connect with consumers? Article 18th Mar 2025 8 mins Why Australian businesses don’t need to wait for AI regulation As AI adoption accelerates, Australian businesses are grappling with questions of responsibility, risk, and regulation - with many not recognising that existing legal frameworks already provide a solid foundation for responsible AI use. Dr. Rob Nicholls, Manager, Regulatory and Advocacy at ADMA, explores how businesses can take a proactive approach. Load More
2024 in review: ADMA on uncertainty, disruption, and the future of marketing ADMA’s End of Year event returned with a bang in November, with Chair Steve Brennan and Professor Mark Ritson sharing their top tips and insights on what to expect from the coming year. Read more
Give yourself an unfair advantage in 2025 with ADMA IQ Which skills are you investing in for 2025? For a limited amount of time, save 30% on select courses and certificates by applying the code JOLLY30 at checkout. Offer valid until 31 January 2025. Find out more below. Read more
We've just updated our Preparing Marketers for Privacy Reform information sheet The Australian Government has passed the first tranche of its reforms of the Privacy Act. The second tranche is expected in 2025. This handy tool gives marketers all the information they need to get prepared. Read more
Article 27th Mar 2025 9 mins The Weakest Link Series: The Consumer The role the consumer plays in the data privacy chain is a pivotal one. In this article, we explore three key weaknesses consumers have when it comes to data practices. That is, data ignorance, privacy policy neglect, and password practices. We will then assess how each of these weaknesses has data privacy ramifications and discuss how to best remedy these areas for improvement.
Article 27th Mar 2025 14 mins The Privacy Series: The Scams Prevention Framework With the number of scams or attempted scams targeting Australians on a daily basis, in February 2025 the Australian Government took action and passed the Scams Prevention Framework Bill (2024). In this latest edition of the Privacy Series, we will explore the new Scam Prevention Framework and what impact it will have on marketers.
Article 27th Mar 2025 14 mins Regulatory Spotlight: Navigating data privacy, AI and compliance with Peter Leonard In this edition of ADMA’s Regulatory Spotlight, we speak with Peter Leonard, an expert in data and technology and Chair of ADMA’s Regulatory and Advocacy Working Group.
Article 27th Mar 2025 10 mins The digital marketing paradox: Why experience alone isn’t enough AI is constantly rewriting the rules. And new technologies reshape how customers think and behave.So, while hands-on experience is invaluable, relying on it alone can leave you at risk of falling behind. Staying competitive – today and tomorrow – means combining experience with structured, up-to-date education.
Article 27th Mar 2025 15 mins AI-powered chatbots are redefining customer interactions - here’s how As machine learning and AI advance, chatbots are becoming increasingly sophisticated – capable of holding natural conversations, solving problems and personalising interactions. Could this redefine how brands connect with consumers?
Article 18th Mar 2025 8 mins Why Australian businesses don’t need to wait for AI regulation As AI adoption accelerates, Australian businesses are grappling with questions of responsibility, risk, and regulation - with many not recognising that existing legal frameworks already provide a solid foundation for responsible AI use. Dr. Rob Nicholls, Manager, Regulatory and Advocacy at ADMA, explores how businesses can take a proactive approach.