Maintaining Privacy in Artificial Intelligence-driven Bioinformatics: An Inquiry into the Suitability of Australia's Laws.

Since its humble origins in 1950, artificial intelligence (AI) has experienced exponential growth. In 2020 it seems that there is an AI for just about every aspect of life - from targeted advertising to minimally invasive surgery. It is generally thought that advancements in AI lead to advancements in human life. However, AI is an unprecedented form of technology with the ability to exceed human expectation and act in unexpected manners. This article considers the intersection between AI and bioinformatics with a particular focus on how artificial capabilities may affect the individual's right to privacy. A further question is raised as to whether current Australian laws are equipped to protect the individual's right to privacy, in light of artificial capabilities.