Federal government warns Australian businesses to ‘behave’ as it considers artificial intelligence regulations [Video]

The Albanese government has announced a landmark proposal to regulate the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in Australia.

Labor is considering an artificial intelligence act which would enforce minimum standards on how AI is used across the economy and today released a voluntary safety standard.

Minister for Industry and Science Ed Husic told Today the government wants to control the rise of AI before it becomes a problem – and issued a warning for businesses not wanting to play ball.

“If it gets off the rails, it’s a problem, so the Australian public wants a degree of confidence that the risks have been identified,” Husic said.

“We’ve brought together a bunch of experts to help identify those risks and how to better manage them.

“We’re releasing a voluntary standard, so from today on, businesses can better deal with AI.”

Husic …