Agencies often act as an executional extension of a brand’s marketing team, and in doing so, they regularly handle personal and/or sensitive consumer information. In this article, we explore three key weaknesses agencies contribute to the privacy chain including fragmented accountability, a culture of speed over security, and inconsistent data handling standards.

The OAIC has drawn a line in the sand. Legislative reform may be delayed, but expectations are rising. Here, Andrea Martens, CEO of the Association for Data-Driven Marketing and Advertising (ADMA), shares what every marketer needs to know - and do - before the regulator comes knocking.

The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) is taking a firm, proactive stance on enforcing privacy law, despite delays to reforms in tranche two. We look at what this means for marketers, CMOs and their businesses, and how ADMA can help navigate these complexities. 

This month’s ADMA Regulatory Spotlight features Lachlan Rees, Manager – Government and Public Policy at Suncorp. Lachlan discusses the latest regulatory challenges facing marketers, opportunities for growth through transparency and why proactive engagement with regulation is key.

When it comes to the data privacy chain, few parties hold as much data or influence as platforms. Social media platforms in particular act as the central point where consumer data is aggregated, monetised, and distributed. In this article, we explore three major weaknesses platforms contribute to the data privacy chain including poor data transparency, an overreliance on algorithms, and inadequate enforcement of third-party policies.

The OAIC’s latest guidance outlines how organisations using tracking pixels must ensure compliance with the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs). While not banned, these tools raise significant privacy concerns, particularly around sensitive data, consent, and targeted advertising. This is a members-only resource - log in with your member account to view.