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Australia News LIVE: Labor Mulls AI Laws; The Star Confirms Financial Turmoil
UPDATE 1:45pm AEST: The Labor Party is considering introducing laws to regulate the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in Australia, as The Star Entertainment Group confirms its financial struggles.
DETAILS: The Australian Securities Exchange (ASX)-listed casino operator, which owns The Star Casino and Entertainment Group, has written down the value of its assets by $1.5 billion, citing weaker-than-expected trading and higher costs.
CASH CRISIS: The Star’s financial woes come as the company faces an ongoing cash crisis, which has seen its cash reserves dwindle to just $120 million. The operator has been struggling to keep up with debt repayments and has been forced to restructure its debt agreements.
LABOR’S AI PLAN: Meanwhile, the Labor Party is said to be considering introducing new laws to regulate the use of AI in Australia, as concerns grow about the technology’s impact on employment and society.
ECONOMIC IMPACT: The proposed laws would require companies to disclose the extent to which they use AI in their operations, as well as the potential risks and benefits associated with the technology.
POLITICS: The move follows growing concerns about the use of AI in Australia, with many experts warning of the potential risks of unemployment and job displacement.
BUSINESS: The announcement comes as The Star’s financial struggles continue to plague the company, with the operator facing an uncertain future.
KEY POINTS:
- The Star Entertainment Group writes down asset value by $1.5 billion
- Cash reserves dwindle to $120 million
- Company faces cash crisis and debt restructuring
- Labor Party mulls introducing AI laws in Australia
- Proposed laws would require companies to disclose AI use and risks
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