Australia’s AI Future: A Critical Conversation with Toby Walsh

from Radio Northern Beaches Highlights Podcast · host Michael Lester, Toby Walsh

In this episode, Michael Lester interviews Professor Toby Walsh, a leading AI expert from UNSW, about the recent Australian national AI plan. Toby shares his disappointment, highlighting how the plan lags behind international efforts, focusing mainly on infrastructure while falling short on skills development, SME application, and proactive regulation. Discover the challenges and opportunities facing Australia's AI landscape and the need for a more comprehensive approach. Northern Beaches Entertainment https://northernbeachesentertainment.com.au

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