Sustained analysis of the issues that matter most
Our series go deeper than individual articles. Each one tracks a critical issue over time, building a record of evidence, claims and outcomes that no single piece could capture.
Tracking the gap between what AI companies promise and what independent testing actually shows. We run claims against benchmarks, benchmark against real-world performance and publish the numbers. Quarterly scorecards, ongoing updates.
Hype Index Q1 2026: The Models That Overclaimed Most
1 Apr 2026
Systematic, technical deep dives into privacy policies, data practices and the gap between what companies say and what their software does. Each instalment uses network analysis, policy comparison and legal review.
Your Password Manager Is Leaking More Than You Think
22 Mar 2026
Sustained tracking of tech policy developments in Australia and globally. Covers every major legislative proposal from consultation through to enforcement, with analysis of who benefits from each provision and who lobbied for it.
The ACCC's New Merger Powers: What Tech Acquisitions Get Caught
8 Apr 2026
Examining the automated decision systems that affect employment, credit, insurance, healthcare access and government services. We run technical audits, seek right-of-reply from vendors, and publish methodology alongside findings.
Automated Credit Scoring and the Postcode Penalty Nobody Admits
14 Mar 2026
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