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Australia considers banning high-risk AI despite economic potential
The federal government has released two landmark papers laying the groundwork to regulate AI technology while also noting its great potential.
- by Paul Sakkal
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FBI restarts Julian Assange probe despite hopes of release
Julian Assange’s former ghostwriter, novelist Andrew O’Hagan, has been sought by the FBI for an interview about the Australian WikiLeaks founder.
- by Matthew Knott
Inflation surprise puts rate rise back on agenda
Rents, bread and cheese are continuing to keep inflation high. The Reserve Bank board meets next week with a rate rise back on the agenda.
- by Shane Wright
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Military co-operation at risk over human rights breaches, US told Australia
Defence Force Chief Angus Campbell was warned the Brereton report could trigger a law that prevents the US military working with units linked to “gross violations of human rights”.
- by Matthew Knott
Minister does not rule out referring Stuart Robert to watchdog
Special Minister of State Don Farrell said the government was “deeply concerned” by the reports about the former minister when asked in a Senate estimates hearing.
- by David Crowe
Tax board demands names as it continues PwC tax leak investigation
The Tax Practitioners Board is demanding PwC name the nine partners the firm stood down this week, as the RBA governor also called for it to be transparent.
- by Rachel Clun
‘Absolute faith’: Linda Burney confident Yes campaign will convince undecided voters
A block of 10 Liberal MPs, mostly Queenslanders, joined the Nationals in voting against the referendum bill on Wednesday, enabling them to play a key role in writing the official referendum pamphlet.
- by Lisa Visentin