Telstra cops $300,000 fine for ‘repeat customer safety and privacy failures’
Telstra has been hit with a $306,360 fine from the Australian Communications and Media Authority for “failing to provide accurate details of thousands of customers” in a manner that could compromise their safety and privacy.
The issue revolves around the Integrated Public Number Database, which is used by emergency services to help locate people who dial 000, and to warn residents of bushfires or flood. It is also used by the police.
