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In the era of AI-generated news, readers value trust over customised content

The future of AI in journalism will depend on a balance between benefits and risk, and raising audience comfort, trust and news literacy.

Governments are hiding data, threatening democracy. Here’s how it affects you

From being custodians of public knowledge, governments are turning to architects of manufactured ignorance. Amid disappearing evidence, citizens are struggling to hold power to account

AI and the news: How it helps, fails, and why that matters

AI is reshaping the news ecosystem in the fields of search, fact-checking and personalised feeds. If used well, it can support journalism and strengthen democracy.

Compare the pair: 4 keys to Australia’s democracy edge

Threats to democracy seen in the US are a global issue, but differences in the media and political systems limit their impact in Australia — for now.

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Australians deserve broadcast policy for the 21st century

Media policy needs reform, not tinkering, to prioritise Australian interests and voices over the commercial needs of broadcasters and streaming giants.

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Why organised crime puts its money on online gambling

Illegal online casinos are used by criminal gangs to launder billions in profit garnered from transnational crime.

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Four ways to make AI work for sustainability

There are high expectations that AI can help solve complex issues around sustainability and climate but we must beware the pitfalls.

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Why Malaysia has a stake in preserving Antarctica

The global sea level rise due to the melting ice poses a serious threat to low-lying coastal areas including those in the tropics.

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A revolutionary new weapon in the battle against influenza

Clinical trials of an mRNA vaccine have begun and researchers expect broadly positive outcomes in the battle against the widespread illness.

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China changes tack on water politics

Long a source of tension with its neighbours, China’s transboundary rivers are opening opportunities for regional cooperation.

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Three Australian policy experiments to reshape the future

Pessimism about our ability to address the issues that face humanity is understandable, but there are many signs we’re making progress across multiple pathways.

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Protecting people’s health data an urgent priority

As cyber attacks increase, healthcare providers risk a loss of patient trust if they cannot guarantee information security.

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Are we there yet? Indonesia’s huge EV challenge

Indonesia wants to increase its use of EVs but the cost of rolling out public charging stations is just one challenge.

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India’s cities mission a smart earner for private firms

India’s rapid development needs help, but are the consultants value for money or just cashing in on another big project?

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In the era of AI-generated news, readers value trust over customised content

Governments are hiding data, threatening democracy. Here’s how it affects you

AI and the news: How it helps, fails, and why that matters

Compare the pair: 4 keys to Australia’s democracy edge

Australians deserve broadcast policy for the 21st century

Why organised crime puts its money on online gambling

Four ways to make AI work for sustainability

Why Malaysia has a stake in preserving Antarctica

A revolutionary new weapon in the battle against influenza

China changes tack on water politics

Three Australian policy experiments to reshape the future

Protecting people’s health data an urgent priority

Are we there yet? Indonesia’s huge EV challenge

India’s cities mission a smart earner for private firms

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