AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoAI & Media Licensing: Australia’s biggest media bosses are pushing AI companies to pay for the “public good” of Australian news and culture used to train models, with ABC chief Hugh Marks saying Anthropic has approached it seeking audio and video of how Australians speak. Workplace Tech Rollouts: New research says 66% of enterprises have delayed Microsoft Copilot over fears it could expose confidential SharePoint data, showing senior leaders are most cautious. HR Systems: An HR-focused piece warns that HR system implementations often fail when organisations automate broken processes and underestimate data quality, leading to payroll and reporting trust issues. Education-to-Work Skills: Australia and the Philippines launched the AUD40m (P1.6b) EQUIP program to make senior high grads job-ready, with possible AUD20m extra funding over three years. Trades & Small Business: Fluid Plumbing, Electrical & Air Conditioning founder David Mikkelsen won a national trades small business champion award, highlighting growth and apprenticeships. Security & Community: Synagogue leaders gave evidence on antisemitism to Australia’s Royal Commission, describing sustained threats and rising security costs. AI Governance: Australia is moving to create a government AI office and set rules for data centres’ power and water use. Job Market Signals: A report on employer training notes record highs, but “handbrakes” in policy still limit progress.
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