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Australian government pushes AI adoption amid public skepticism; historical AI warnings resurface

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The federal government is pushing for rapid AI adoption, but faces challenges in convincing the public of its benefits, according to Jacob Greber. Meanwhile, a new play by Tom Holloway explores the story of Joseph Weizenbaum, a computer scientist who in the 1960s attempted to highlight the limitations of AI, but whose warnings were largely ignored. AI

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  1. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    When it comes to new technology, being first can come at a cost By Jacob Greber The federal government thinks it's on a winner by aggressively driving the count

    When it comes to new technology, being first can come at a cost By Jacob Greber The federal government thinks it's on a winner by aggressively driving the country towards AI, but it may have a big job ahead convincing voters of the benefits. https://www. abc.net.au/news/2026-10-2…

    LINKS abc.net.au/…/107303128
  2. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    In the 60s, Weizenbaum tried to show the limitations of AI. No-one listened By Hannah Story With his new play Eliza, Tom Holloway brings to life the true story

    In the 60s, Weizenbaum tried to show the limitations of AI. No-one listened By Hannah Story With his new play Eliza, Tom Holloway brings to life the true story of computer scientist Joseph Weizenbaum and the early AI program he created in the 60s. https://www. abc.net.au/news/202…

    LINKS abc.net.au/…/107235700

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