Government backs its AI pitch as debate continues over 'energy vampire' data centres

There have been mixed reactions to the federal government's plan for a national regulatory framework for the Artificial Intelligence industry, to come into effect in the new year. Environmental advocates have issued warnings over data centres' high use of water and energy, while unions have cautiously welcomed the plan, hoping it will create more local jobs.There have been mixed reactions to the federal government's plan for a national regulatory framework for the Artificial Intelligence industry, to come into effect in the new year.Environmental advocates have issued warnings over data centres' high use of water and energy, while unions have cautiously welcomed the plan, hoping it will create more local jobs.