Use of AI could worsen racism and sexism in Australia, human rights commissioner warns
The human rights commissioner in Australia has warned that the use of AI could worsen racism and sexism in the country. This comes as the Labor party is divided on how to respond to the emerging technology. The commissioner, Lorraine Finlay, emphasizes that the pursuit of productivity gains from AI should not come at the expense of discrimination if the technology is not properly regulated. Meanwhile, media and arts groups fear "rampant theft" of intellectual property due to the rapid advancements in AI. The article suggests that the government and policymakers need to carefully consider the potential risks and impacts of AI on societal issues like discrimination, as the technology continues to evolve and become more prevalent in various sectors.
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