Metadata – what’s being recorded about you?

In 2015 the Australian Government’s data retention scheme was introduced, which means that whether you like it or not, your telecommunications provider can share your metadata with law enforcement and intelligence agencies.

So should our personal digital information remain private, or are these measures necessary to keep us safe? Watch the video below to find out how it works and what information gets recorded every time you use your phone.

Interested in understanding real-world applications for data and analytics? Check out Deakin University’s analytics courses.