AI is an identified priority for the Council. This study will explore the opportunities, risks and consequences of broad uptake and collate evidence on the economics, social perspectives, research capabilities and environmental impacts. The study’s overarching key findings will be presented to inform government decisions and policy making over coming decades. Digital platforms inquiry Australian Competition Inquiry 2018 7. and Consumer The Treasurer, the Hon Morrison MP, directed the ACCC in Final report 2019 Commission December 2017 to conduct an inquiry into digital platforms. The inquiry is examining the effect that digital search engines, social media platforms and other digital content aggregation platforms have on competition in media and advertising services markets. The inquiry includes public consultations and opportunities to contribute via submissions. The inquiry will look at the impact of digital platforms on the supply of news and journalistic content and the implications of this for media content creators, advertisers and consumers. 8. Cyber security strategy Department of the 2017 2020 Prime Minister and The Cyber Security Strategy sets out the Government’s philosophy Cabinet and program for meeting the dual challenges of the digital age - and protecting Australia’s interests online. The strategy establishes five themes of action for Australia’s cyber security: A national cyber partnership Strong defences Global responsibility and influence Growth and innovation A cyber smart nation
AI is an identified priority for the Council. This study will explore the opportunities, risks and consequences of broad uptake and collate evidence on the economics, social perspectives, research capabilities and environmental impacts. The study’s overarching key findings will be presented to inform government decisions and policy making over coming decades. 7. Digital platforms inquiry The Treasurer, the Hon Morrison MP, directed the ACCC in December 2017 to conduct an inquiry into digital platforms. The inquiry is examining the effect that digital search engines, social media platforms and other digital content aggregation platforms have on competition in media and advertising services markets. The inquiry includes public consultations and opportunities to contribute via submissions. The inquiry will look at the impact of digital platforms on the supply of news and journalistic content and the implications of this for media content creators, advertisers and consumers. Australian Competition and Consumer Commission Inquiry 2018 Final report 2019 8. Cyber security strategy The Cyber Security Strategy sets out the Government’s philosophy and program for meeting the dual challenges of the digital age and protecting Australia’s interests online. The strategy establishes five themes of action for Australia’s cyber security: A national cyber partnership Strong defences Global responsibility and influence Growth and innovation A cyber smart nation Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet 2017 - 2020