Digital Economy

AI & New Technologies

AI and new technologies are more than just software – at the heart of what they bring is a unique combination of data and algorithms that result in the ability of a system to learn, to reason and to make decisions.

Our team is at the forefront of new technologies which are utilising and generating valuable data, including AI, blockchain, robotic process automation, cloud and robotics, internet of things (IoT) and virtual reality.

We collectively strive to bring clarity to our clients as they grapple with the unique impact that new technologies, the growth of data, regulatory change and ongoing cost pressures have on their operating environments.

Working with you to navigate this ever-changing landscape

We have world class expertise across all areas of technology and regulation, including in relation to AI, robotics and automation and other new and emerging technologies. We regularly act for the largest providers and users of innovative technologies in Australia, including in relation to the application of robotics and automation technologies in industries as varied as mining, financial services, logistics and telecommunications. 

Our relevant expertise stretches across a wide range of complementary areas. We have experts in big data, the data economy, AI, the Internet of Things (IoT), cloud services and data privacy regulation. In particular, we:

  • are preeminent advisers on privacy, cyber security and data in Australia.
  • have deep experience in digitisation, transformation and agility at scale. Over the last 12 months, we have helped many of Australia’s leading corporations undertake digital transformation initiatives to significantly overhaul the way they operate and deliver services to their customers.

Our team work closely with in-house legal counsel, technology and business teams seeking to introduce AI to truly understand their needs, how they intend on using it and identifying risks at all stages of the AI lifecycle.

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Hear from our legal experts, the regulators and business leaders on the future of digitisation and regulation of AI, cyber, competition and digital assets.

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Industry Recognition
  • Band 1, TMT: IT & Telecommunications
    Chambers and Partners Asia-Pacific 2025
  • Tier 1, IT and telecoms
    Legal500 Australia 2025
Testimonials
  • The KWM team have a deep knowledge of the subject areas and are highly responsive. I am confident in King & Wood Mallesons' abilities.
    Chambers and Partners Asia-Pacific 2025
  • The team are very commercial and have the ability to apply prior knowledge of our business needs to bring nuanced solutions to negotiations.
    Chambers and Partners Asia-Pacific 2025
  • I loved working with them. They were really great and really easy to work with. I could pick up the phone and call them at any time.
    Chambers and Partners Asia-Pacific 2025
Data & Tech: Navigating a connected world

Guiding you through the complexities of the digital landscape.

Latest Thinking

Insight

Governance in the Age of Agentic AI

AI agents are now being deployed across a growing number of Australian organisations. These systems are characterised by their ability to pursue goals and interact with real-world systems with a degree of autonomy. Many of these AI agents have broad access to proprietary data and internal IT systems and can potentially undertake many irreversible actions. Moreover, the volume and speed of agents’ interactions could mean it is impractical for a human to review each decision. These factors require a rethink of existing approaches to AI governance.

25 May 2026

Insight

Federal Budget 2026-27: The digital economy / AI and Technology

Other notable allocations include $198.1 million to modernise business registers and extend participation in the Consumer Data Right, $160.4 million for the Services Australia Cyber Security Uplift program, and $112.7 million to address online gambling harms.

12 May 2026

Insight

AI data centres in Australia: breaking down barriers to investment

AI data centres in Australia: breaking down barriers to investment

29 April 2026

Latest News

Deals

Mallesons advises Quadrant on investment in Advanced Navigation

Mallesons has advised Quadrant Private Equity (Quadrant) on its significant minority investment in Advanced Navigation in connection with its Series C capital raise.

28 April 2026

Deals

KWM advises Carma on $100 Million ASX Listing

King & Wood Mallesons (KWM) is pleased to have acted for Carma Limited (ASX:CMA) on its $100 million initial public offering and ASX listing, comprising a $70 million primary offer and a $30 million selldown of existing holdings.

05 November 2025

KWM joins the Metaverse Standards Forum as a Member

The Metaverse Standards Forum acts to guide cooperation between standard organisations and companies to encourage interoperability standards for an open metaverse.

07 November 2022

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