Helpline data reveals an inconsistent impact six months into Australia’s under-16 social media ban, with youth migrating to unrestricted messaging apps.
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Pocock argues major questions remain about AI’s economic, social and regulatory impacts in Australia.
A Senate inquiry has opened submissions into the rapid expansion of AI datacentres in Australia, examining their economic, environmental and social impacts. Chaired by Greens senator Sarah Hanson-Young, the review will look at energy and water use, community effects and whether current regulations are keeping pace with the booming AI infrastructure sector.
Schools face increasing pressure to maintain academic integrity as AI tools become more accessible.
Australia’s controversial social media ban for under-16s appears to be influencing global technology companies beyond government regulation.
Independent senator David Pocock has questioned how Australians will benefit from the rapid expansion of…