AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoAI & Copyright: Australia has launched an Office of AI, with rules pushing AI firms to get consent and pay compensation before using copyrighted material—sparking debate over whether it protects creators or slows innovation. Data Centres & Power: The government is also tightening data-centre rules, including requiring new large sites to be “net-generators” of power, while investors and communities warn the plan may still strain energy and delay renewables. Modern Slavery Crackdown: Australia moves to toughen modern slavery penalties, aiming to give the laws more bite after renewed scrutiny of corporate supply chains. NT Racism Inquiry: The NT government has been slammed for not turning up to a federal racism inquiry, with allegations of systemic racism across courts, hospitals and schools. Social Media for Kids: Queensland and other jurisdictions are pushing tighter controls on minors’ social media use, as regulators and lawmakers weigh age limits and protections for mental health. Perth Protest Court Fight: Woodside has taken climate activists to court over a stink-bomb protest that shut down its Perth HQ, seeking documents and damages. Assisted Dying (France): France has approved a landmark assisted-dying bill for certain terminally ill adults, with further legal steps still ahead.
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