Kiwi Kids Turning to AI Chatbots for Friendship Sparks Concern Among Experts
A growing number of Kiwi children are reportedly turning to artificial intelligence chatbots for companionship, raising concerns among parenting and mental health experts about the potential risks of early emotional…
APRA Warns Financial Sector to Strengthen AI Risk Governance
Australia’s financial regulator is urging banks, insurers, and superannuation funds to urgently improve how they manage risks associated with artificial intelligence, warning that current safeguards are not keeping pace with…
AI Expands into Modern Defence Systems with Growing International Adoption
Artificial intelligence is rapidly becoming a core component of modern defence technology, with applications ranging from battlefield data processing to maintenance and simulation systems. Companies like Vection Technologies are developing…
Australia’s AI “Sliding Doors” Moment Could Decide Its Economic Future
Australia is facing a critical turning point in how it approaches artificial intelligence, with experts warning that the country risks becoming overly dependent on foreign technology if it does not…
Australia Leads in Responsible AI but Trails in Productivity Gains
Australian businesses are emerging as global leaders in responsible artificial intelligence governance, but continue to lag behind international peers in using AI to boost productivity. According to KPMG’s Q1 2026…
Australia Becomes a “Sceptical Leader” in Global AI Adoption
Australia is emerging as one of the world’s most active yet cautious users of artificial intelligence, according to new global research. While nearly half of Australians now regularly use generative…
Australian Businesses Use AI to Transform Customer Experience and Operations
Australian companies are increasingly integrating artificial intelligence into customer service and business operations to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance user experience. Industry leaders from firms such as MYOB, Guzman…
AI-Generated Lego-Style Videos Spread Political Messaging Online
A growing wave of AI-generated “Lego-style” animated videos is being used to spread political messaging linked to Iran, attracting millions of views across social media platforms. The videos, created by…
US Health Expert Says AI Can Help Fix New Zealand’s Healthcare Bottlenecks
Former US White House and World Health Organisation adviser Dr Ezekiel Emanuel has said that artificial intelligence could play a major role in easing pressure on New Zealand’s overstressed healthcare…
Microsoft Announces $25 Billion Plan to Boost Australia’s AI Economy
Microsoft has unveiled a major $25 billion investment plan aimed at accelerating artificial intelligence infrastructure, skills development, and cybersecurity across Australia. The initiative, announced during a visit by CEO Satya…
