Just as a new approach was needed to modify the excesses of 19th-century US railway titans, governments need to rethink how they ensure the internet benefits all.
As the federal government puts together the final rules for its new national digital identity regime it will be forced to confront who will oversee what will arguably be the centrepiece of the digital economy.
The regulation of identity is a brand-new policy area for the Commonwealth and begs the question which portfolio will have oversight for ensuring a secure and trusted system.
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Tom Burton has held senior editorial and publishing roles with The Mandarin, The Sydney Morning Herald and as Canberra bureau chief for The Australian Financial Review. He has won three Walkley awards. Connect with Tom on Twitter. Email Tom at tom.burton@afr.com
