Labor under pressure on plans to regulate AI as Coalition accuses government of mixed messages
Protecting arts copyright a priority, PM says, but government also wants to reap productivity gains from AI
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The federal government is facing mounting pressure to confirm how it plans to regulate fast-growing artificial intelligence technology, with the Coalition critical of mixed messaging from Labor ministers about whether new laws are needed.
As debate erupts over big tech companies seeking access to Australian material including journalism and books to train AI models, Anthony Albanese has stressed the importance of protecting copyright. But the shadow productivity minister, Andrew Bragg, has urged Australia not to squander its opportunity to harness AI's benefits, warning against any major new rules.
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