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What would our lives look like if we no longer had to work? As a thought experiment I tried to imagine
The article explores the idea of a post-work future made possible by AI and the potential implications for society, including the need for a universal basic income and a reevaluation of values and goals.
NSW government ‘absolutely thrilled’ to welcome OpenAI ... until someone mentioned the Terminator films
The NSW government partnered with OpenAI to build a multibillion-dollar computing cluster in Sydney. The partnership was welcomed by the government, despite some staff members joking about the potential risks of AI. The government is developing a strategy around datacentre development to support the growing AI sector.
UK parents warned over posting images of children amid AI sexual abuse fears
The UK National Crime Agency and Internet Watch Foundation have warned parents about posting images of their children online due to the increasing risk of AI-generated child sexual abuse material. The guidance advises parents to make their social media accounts private and be cautious about sharing images of their children online.
AI prey: why watchdogs are telling parents to protect children from nudification apps
The UK's National Crime Agency and the Internet Watch Foundation have warned parents to protect their children's images online due to the rise of AI-generated child sexual abuse material. The amount of such material found online surged by 14% in 2025. Guidance has been issued to help parents mitigate the risk.
Australia news live: minister says it’s safe to ‘keep buying eggs, keep buying chicken’ as east coast records first suspected bird flu case
The shadow minister for the arts, Angie Bell, emphasizes the need for AI companies to obtain permission and pay for using Australian creative works, highlighting the importance of copyright protections.
3,000% bonuses but a growing wealth divide: South Korea grapples with its AI chip boom
South Korea's AI chip industry is booming, driven by Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix, but the wealth generated is not being evenly distributed, leading to concerns about inequality. Some workers are receiving large bonuses, while many others are not benefiting from the boom. The issue is sparking debate about how to share the wealth more widely.
‘Don’t kill music’: Anthony Albanese’s favourite bands beg PM to stop AI companies from stealing their work
The Australian government is considering a proposal to weaken copyright laws, allowing tech companies to use Australian musicians' work to improve AI models. Musicians, including those favored by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, are speaking out against the proposal, citing concerns about fair compensation and the impact on the music industry.