October 23, 2009

Australia. Text spammers fined $16m

The Federal Court of Brisbane has fined two companies and three individuals almost $16 million for breaches of the Spam Act. ABC reports.

quotemarksright.jpgIt follows the first ever court action taken against those sending unwanted text messages.

The case was brought by the Australian Communications and Media Authority.

A further hearing is scheduled to commence in November against three others accused of similar conduct.quotesmarksleft.jpg