The gaps in the prime minister’s big AI speech

The gaps in the prime minister’s big AI speech

July 15, 2026 · 15 min

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The episode discusses the gaps in Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's speech on AI regulation and the concerns surrounding big tech's expansion.

It was dubbed a landmark speech on how the government will deal with the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence and data centres. But did Prime Minister Anthony Albanese really address the key concerns as the big tech giants move to expand their businesses and even train AI models here? Today, Kimberlee Weatherall an expert in AI regulation from Sydney University on how proposed new laws just touch the surface. Featured: Kimberlee Weatherall, law professor at the University of Sydney and co-director of the Centre for AI, trust and governance

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