Australia's PM Asks Apple's Tim Cook to Back Online Safety, AI Rules
Anthony Albanese urges big tech support for Canberra's internet safety and artificial intelligence regulations, according to Al Jazeera.
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has asked Apple CEO Tim Cook to support the government's online safety laws, according to a report by Al Jazeera.
The outlet said Albanese made the request as part of a broader push to secure backing from major technology companies for Canberra's internet safety measures and artificial intelligence regulation.
According to Al Jazeera, Albanese told Cook the laws were intended to "keep Australians safe."
The report did not provide further details on Cook's response or on the specific content of the online safety and AI regulatory measures under discussion.
Al Jazeera's report indicates the request forms part of Australia's ongoing efforts to engage technology firms in the implementation of its digital safety and AI policy agenda.
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- Australia seeks big tech support for internet safety, AI regulation — Al Jazeera — All
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