The Albanese government has stated ambitions to develop sovereign AI capability in Australia. But tech companies eyeing a slice of the action aren't exactly sure what that means.
Geopolitics
The Anti-Dumping Commission is developing a new data tool to flag diverted imports early, as Chinese goods flow to Australia following US tariff hikes.
The former prime minister urged Labor to stand its ground on its new streaming laws to head off possible US retaliation as backlash grows.
US lawmakers have urged Canada to rescind regulation on streaming services, while the Coalition is pushing for an inquiry into Labor's plans to impose quotas in Australia.
The US Embassy has directly raised concerns about the policy in Canberra, raising the stakes for the Albanese government as it pursues an aggressive tech reform agenda.
Liberal MPs were rankled by the lack of consultation after the opposition leader delivered her most expansive defence views to date.
DC-based Bully Pulpit International, led by a former top Biden official, has struck a strategic partnership with one of Canberra's most influential advisory groups.