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PIRATE PARTY AUSTRALIA SOUNDS ALARM ON PRIVACY RISKS OF NEW IDENTITY
VERIFICATION LAWS

Posted on December 15, 2023

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Pirate Party Australia has sounded the alarm over the potential risks to
personal privacy posed by the newly introduced Identity Verification Services
(IVS) Bill 2023. This bill claims to bolster identity verification processes but
instead introduces new risks to Australians.

“While it’s good that there’s finally going to be a legislative framework here,
we’re concerned about the lack of detail regarding protections for Australians
against abuses of power and misuses of data,” said Miles Whiticker, party
president. “This Bill falls short on transparency and accountability, components
that are essential in upholding trust and integrity in how personal data is
handled by the government.”

The Pirate Party is pushing for refined and comprehensible guidelines that
outline the use and protection of citizens’ identities. It is critical for
individuals to be fully informed and to grant explicit consent prior to having
their information verified through the new system. Such informed consent is
necessary for individuals to make decisions that are in their best interest
regarding their personal data.

“The debate surrounding this Bill has also been characterised by an inadequate
level of public engagement and consultation,” Mr Whiticker continued. “In our
view, a more inclusive approach is required—one that factors in a wider array of
perspectives from the Australian community, ensuring that the system reflects
the public’s concerns and expectations in relation to digital identity
verification.”

Going further, the Pirate Party proposes alternatives that could strike a better
balance between the needs of identity verification and safeguarding personal
privacy. International best practices for guidance include the strict privacy
protocols in models like the GDPR in Europe, which was implemented with the
support of the European Pirate Party, and Canada’s Digital Charter. Such systems
place a strong emphasis on gaining user consent, reducing the retention of
personal data, and implementing stringent controls over data management. These
international examples provide a blueprint for amending the current IVS Bill to
better respect privacy, affirm user control over personal identity data, and
ultimately ensure that Australia’s own policies are in lockstep with leading
global standards. Finally, the privacy protections in the IVS Bill must be
bought up to the standards of the proposed Digital ID Bill.

Pirate Party Australia reaffirms its dedication to defending the privacy of
Australians in the face of advancing digital technology. The party is calling
for a comprehensive reassessment of the IVS Bill to fully address the issues
highlighted and invite a progressive dialogue to realign the Bill with core
principles of digital rights and privacy.


PIRATE PARTY AUSTRALIA HAS RE-JOINED PIRATE PARTIES INTERNATIONAL!

Posted on December 14, 2023

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Hi Pirates,

In case you missed the celebration across our social media, I’m proud to
announce that we’ve rejoined Pirate Parties International. Last Saturday, a
brave delegation of 5 intrepid (sleep deprived) pirates attended the PPI’s
online General Assembly from about 11pm to 4am where our application to join was
formally accepted.

Highlights of the GA include an opening address by Rick Falkvinge, one of the
pivotal figures of the early Pirate movement in Sweden and a Q&A from the head
of the Russian Pirate Party Alexander Isavnin on the undemocratic situation
within Russia.

Other items discussed include an update on PPI’s subcommittees to the United
Nations, who have sent delegates to the UNODC Cybercrime Convention in New York,
COP28, and the Internet Governance Forum in Kyoto. The reborn Pirate Party UK
also applied for and received observer member status.

Several elections were held, of note is the new chair of PPI (Gregory Engels,
PPDE), myself to the Court of Arbitrations and Board member Owen Richardson
(Young Pirates of Australia).

I’m more than happy to encourage Australian pirates or pirate supporters to
participate and contribute to the international movement. An exciting item to
note is that through PPI, we can now obtain United Nations groundspasses for
in-person events in Geneva, New York and the Hague, and a PPI application is
being prepared for us to join the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate
Change, for insider access to future COPs.

Full minutes here:
https://etherpad.pp-international.net/p/r.d25a6a61c53266fa340e03fcdf609863

My full speech to the GA is here:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1zfnbPRecT5Bx7dCMx8bkOoi_mcqu2P6Sn9HG8W3jqZM/edit

Address by the outgoing PPI President Marie Florie (PPFR):
https://floriemarie.fr/index.php/2023/12/09/discours-ma-demission-de-la-presidence-du-parti-pirate-international-my-resign-of-the-presidency-of-the-international-pirate-parties/
or the recorded stream:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5A_DeTtneP8

Miles Whiticker
President
Pirate Party Australia


PIRATE PARTY AUSTRALIA REITERATES STANCE ON DIGITAL FREEDOMS FOLLOWING OMEGLE
SHUTDOWN

Posted on November 16, 2023

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In response to the recent shutdown of Omegle, Pirate Party Australia reaffirms
its dedication to defending digital freedoms while acknowledging the complexity
of safeguarding against online misuse.

Omegle was a platform allowing users to anonymously video chat with strangers,
but the site drew criticism due to incidents of child sexual abuse and other
criminal activity. Pirate Party Australia acknowledges the gravity of these
concerns, emphasising the need to find a balance that both addresses such issues
and maintains online freedoms. Leif K-Brooks, Omegle’s creator, cited the
struggle and costs associated with combating platform misuse as the main reasons
for its closure. While Leif expressed that the site “punched above it’s weight
in content moderation” and highlighted that “Omegle worked with law enforcement
agencies, and the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, to help
put evildoers in prison” it seems that was not enough for it’s detractors.
Pirate Party Australia highlights the ongoing battle endured by online platforms
in creating safe spaces without stifling critical rights.

Despite acknowledging Omegle’s misuse, Pirate Party Australia stresses the wider
implications of closing platforms that promote free, open communication. The
party believes a nuanced approach is key — one that deals with concerns, yet
maintains the essential right to make new connections online. “Digital freedom
is integral to our ethos, and we empathise with the difficulties platforms like
Omegle face. Striking a balance between safety assurance and the preservation of
an open internet is crucial,” states Pirate Party Australia’s President, Miles
Whiticker.

Pirate Party Australia champions responsible online governance that combines
robust, preventative action to protect against misuse, rather than resorting to
total shutdowns. The party upholds the power of technology to bolster civic
engagement, and supports ongoing efforts to find inventive solutions to the
challenges spawned by shifting online dynamics. Despite Omegle’s closure, Pirate
Party Australia persists in its commitment to cultivate a digital environment
that upholds privacy, free speech, and the right to connect with others without
unwarranted restriction.


PIRATE PARTY AUSTRALIA SLAMS JORDAN’S GRINDR BAN AS ASSAULT ON INTERNET FREEDOM
AND INCLUSIVITY

Posted on November 6, 2023

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BRISBANE, 6th Nov 2023 – Pirate Party Australia, a champion of digital rights,
has called out Jordan’s recent restriction on the LGBTIQ+ social networking app,
Grindr. This blockade amplifies the steadily growing affront to the country’s
online freedoms and its commitment to inclusivity.

This move comes amid an apparent surge in intolerance and discrimination against
Jordan’s LGBTIQ+ communities. Even though antique colonial-era laws
criminalising consensual same-sex relationships have been repealed, religious
restrictions in the country still rock the boat for the LGBTIQ+ rights.

Pirate Party Australia’s President, Miles Whiticker, shares: “Our mission is an
internet that is both free of censorship and discrimination. The prohibition of
Grindr is not a standalone incident, but a grim addition to a troubling pattern
that infringes on the digital rights and welfare of the worldwide LGBTIQ+
community. Our stance is unwavering – every individual, regardless of sexual
orientation or gender identity, deserves to connect with others and find joy.”

Data from the Open Observatory of Network Interference (OONI) reveals that
Grindr’s site and app were blocked in Jordan starting from 8th August, 2023 [1].
According to OONI, the ban is not temporary but enduring. This is more than a
mere technological barrier; it’s a blatant affront to universal human rights and
health agendas. Grindr has played a crucial role in Jordan’s response to HIV by
providing users with necessary resources in Arabic. The ban, thus, not only
infringes on public health initiatives but jeopardizes the wellness of Jordan’s
entire LGBTIQ+ community.

Confronted by the closure of physical spaces for the LGBTIQ+ community in
Jordan, Pirate Party Australia emphasises the necessity to safeguard online
platforms. The global community must recognise the potential implications of
this clampdown for both Jordanians and the global LGBTIQ+ populace.

Jordan’s government is urged to reconsider the ban on Grindr and uphold the
rights and dignity of all citizens. Pirate Party Australia reaffirms its resolve
to champion an internet unencumbered by censorship – an inclusive online world
where self-expression isn’t shadowed by fear.

[1] https://ooni.org/post/2023-jordan-blocks-grindr/


PIRATE PARTY AUSTRALIA CAUTIONS AGAINST NEW PROPOSED LEGISLATION TO CURB
MISINFORMATION

Posted on July 1, 2023

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BRISBANE, 1st July 2023 – The Pirate Party Australia today voiced its concern
over the newly proposed legislation which aims to combat misinformation online
by imposing fines on tech platforms.
“Our view is that the best disinfectant for misinformation is sunlight,” said
Pirate Party Australia President, Miles Whiticker. “Instead of burying
misinformation, it needs to be brought to public scrutiny and systematically
addressed. This way, the Australian public can make informed decisions based on
open dialogue.”

The proposed bill, empowering the Australian Communications and Media Authority
(ACMA) to impose penalties on tech companies for failing to combat
misinformation, raises several concerns for the Pirate Party.
“We acknowledge the harm that can result from the spread of false information,”
stated Whiticker. “But it is paramount that any measures taken don’t result in
an unnecessary clampdown on the free expression of ideas or force misinformation
further into the depths of the internet, creating echo chambers that are much
harder to dispel.” The Pirate Party Australia also underscores the importance of
moderation being a voluntary act. “Consumers should be able to choose
communities that match their desired level of regulation,” Whiticker stated.
“Many communities lack trust in public figures due to perceived bias against
their interests.”

The party also cautions against the potential for government overreach in the
new laws. “While we do not favour more regulation in general, we recognise that
legal recourse may be necessary when misinformation leads to harmful
consequences. It is important that such processes should be handled by the
independent judicial system, thereby ensuring impartiality and preventing
political misuse,” Whiticker added.

The Pirate Party encourages the government to focus on spreading correct and
trustworthy information, with a strong emphasis on education to foster a more
discerning and critically thinking population. “The ultimate power lies in an
informed public,” Whiticker concluded.

The Pirate Party Australia invites its members and the public to engage in this
important debate and provide feedback on the proposed bill before its public
consultation stage concludes in August.


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