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The federal government has sought to allay privacy concerns as it launches its coronavirus tracing app

The app was launched on Sunday.

Source: AAP

The app, which launched on Sunday night, aims to trace those who come into contact with a confirmed COVID-19 case. It is based on a similar system in Singapore and was purpose-built to help experts pinpoint – and, eventually, prevent – virus outbreaks.


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