Australia needs its own AI, says Toby Walsh | ABC NEWS

As the federal government prepares to unveil its approach to AI regulation, artificial intelligence expert Professor Toby Walsh says Australia must do more than manage risks. He says the country has a unique opportunity to build sovereign AI capabilities and invest in the infrastructure to support the technology.
00:00 - Toby Walsh's first reaction to Australia's AI plans
01:10 - Should we be worried about AI data centres?
02:20 - Is Australia too focused on AI risks?
04:14 - Why Australia needs sovereign AI

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