Government agencies fail first hurdle under AI self-reporting policy
The ABC can reveal dozens of federal agencies missed mandatory deadlines to disclose how they are currently using AI.
Topic:Technology
Fri 12 Jun 2026 at 1:25pm
Cameron Wilson is the ABC's national AI reporter, based in the Specialist Reporting Team in Sydney.
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The ABC can reveal dozens of federal agencies missed mandatory deadlines to disclose how they are currently using AI.
Topic:Technology
Fri 12 Jun 2026 at 1:25pm
As tens of thousands of Australians line up to buy shares in Elon Musk's SpaceX blockbuster public offering, Australian government officials are privately flagging the risks posed by the country's growing reliance on its satellite internet service, Starlink.
Topic:Technology
Thu 11 Jun 2026 at 5:39am
Thirteen government agencies are now embroiled in an expanding scandal involving potential data breaches prompting calls for an urgent audit amid concerns over national security.
Topic:Courts
Wed 10 Jun 2026 at 7:14am
Most Australians appear to distrust and dislike artificial intelligence despite using technology more than people in other countries.
Analysis by Cam Wilson
Thu 4 Jun 2026 at 12:06pm
A philosopher and Royal Australian Air Force reservist has been chosen to lead the federal government's efforts to keep Australians safe from the harms of AI.
Topic:AI
Fri 29 May 2026 at 12:23pm
A new report concludes the AI-fuelled surge of power-hungry data centres across Australia is jeopardising the country's energy transition.
Topic:AI
Wed 27 May 2026 at 10:00am
A new generation of AI models deemed "too dangerous" for public release is driving Australia's efforts to lure top AI companies to establish a major presence in the country.
Topic:Technology
Wed 20 May 2026 at 5:14pm
This week’s budget revealed a number of ways the federal government is expected to use artificial intelligence to cut back on red tape. One expert says the benefits are "mostly good".
Topic:Explainer
Fri 15 May 2026 at 12:50pm
A coronial inquest does not fault police or the government for failing to pick up the curdling paranoia of the deluded Train family, but it does offer some paths forward.
Analysis by Cam Wilson
Mon 24 Nov 2025 at 11:02am
In just a few years, being a social media influencer has gone from an oddity to a career path for many Australians.
Topic:Science and Technology
Fri 14 Aug 2020 at 2:34pm
PNG Facebook users say that child abuse content, explicit material and fake news shared in local languages are rife on the platform.
Topic:Science and Technology
Tue 11 Aug 2020 at 7:26pm
There's been widespread media coverage of a people filming themselves refusing to follow COVID-19 restrictions. Experts are concerned this misrepresents what's really happening.
Topic:Science and Technology
Tue 28 Jul 2020 at 8:27am
A growing number of people are telling stories about themselves by plotting data that documents their job seeking success, sleep cycles, fitness and even when they tell lies.
Topic:Science and Technology
Tue 14 Jul 2020 at 8:58am
While testing is ramping up to detect COVID-19, misleading information is circulating social media about how — and whether — the tests detect the virus.
Topic:Science and Technology
Mon 13 Jul 2020 at 2:06pm
Politicians here and abroad are worried about the influence of the increasingly popular Chinese-owned company.
Topic:Science and Technology
Wed 8 Jul 2020 at 8:15pm
Indigenous users of dating apps say they're deemed less attractive and abused by other users because of their race.
Topic:Science and Technology
Fri 3 Jul 2020 at 11:35am
When it launched, COVIDSafe was marketed as Australia's ticket out of lockdown, but were we focused on the wrong thing?
Topic:Science and Technology
Tue 30 Jun 2020 at 9:29am
These steps will help you dull the impact and limit the reach of racist content in your social media feeds.
Topic:Science and Technology
Fri 26 Jun 2020 at 9:53am
Members of the misogynistic 4chan community pretended to be women shaving their heads for racial equality, using photographs they stole from the internet.
Topic:Science and Technology
Mon 22 Jun 2020 at 10:54am
Music streaming services have enormous song libraries. But sometimes, an artist's decision can prevent you from listening to their music.
Topic:Science and Technology
Wed 17 Jun 2020 at 11:44am
More than 1,700 Australians are spending their free time building virtual versions of Australia's best known landmarks.
Topic:Science and Technology
Mon 15 Jun 2020 at 12:24pm
Protesting is legal in Australia, but there are currently restrictions on public gatherings to curb the spread of the coronavirus. Even in places where protests are permitted, how can you mitigate risks to your health while making your voice heard?
Topic:Science and Technology
Sat 6 Jun 2020 at 4:33pm
Players and creators say that audiences of all ages are embracing games with cartoonish art styles, relaxed pace and accessible game design.
Topic:Science and Technology
Sat 6 Jun 2020 at 9:16am
Regional queer communities say being invisible makes people feel isolated and less likely to get support.
Topic:LGBTQIA+
Mon 30 Sep 2019 at 10:26pm
A trial is underway to determine if two former senior staff from the Shire of Exmouth in WA falsified records in relation to a $1 million aquarium purchase.
Topic:Courts
Wed 14 Aug 2019 at 10:49am