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@DavidPocock
Importance score: 5 • Posted: February 25, 2026 at 19:39
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We're seeing AI job losses but the Albanese govt has no plan for it. They've gone from working on an AI Safety Act and an expert advisory group to canning both and telling us we don't need these safeguards. AI has benefits but also poses huge risks and we need a plan as a country. WiseTech laying off 30% of their staff “in the most conspicuous demonstration of how AI will reshape the workforce as its use becomes more widespread and sophisticated.” https://www.afr.com/technology/copy-of-wisetech-cites-ai-as-it-axes-2000-developer-and-customer-service-jobs-20260225-p5o5ae
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Senator highlights government inaction on AI safety and job losses, tying to real company layoffs.
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