The Quest for Conscious AI: Experts Weigh In on the Possibility

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Experts debate whether AI can become conscious, with some like David Chalmers seeing potential in future models, while others like Anil Seth remain skeptical due to structural differences between human brains and computers.

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Telstra, Australia's largest mobile network, experienced a nationwide outage for most of Wednesday morning, affecting millions of users. The disruption impacted mobile calls, internet access, Eftpos machines, and public transport, prompting concerns about reliance on the network and comparisons to past outages.

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The Double-Edged Sword: AI Boom and Datacentre Growth in Australia

Australia is experiencing a boom in datacentre construction, driven by AI development, but this growth poses significant economic and environmental challenges. Concerns include massive energy and water consumption, waste heat, limited job creation, and potential strain on renewable energy transitions.

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AI poised to replace telemarketers, accountants, and advertising staff, federal report warns

A federal report identifies telemarketers, advertising staff, and accountants as most exposed to AI job displacement. While widespread losses haven't occurred, the government plans to regulate AI and support workers with training.

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Telstra Mobile Outage: Millions Affected, Welfare Checks Underway

Telstra experienced a widespread mobile outage affecting millions of Australians, leading to ongoing welfare checks for Triple Zero callers. The telco informed the Communications Minister about two and a half hours after detecting the issue, sparking criticism. The underlying cause of the outage is still unknown.

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Telstra Outage Disrupts Daily Life, Highlights Digital Infrastructure Fragility

A widespread Telstra outage disrupted phone lines, payment services, and transport across Australia. While services were restored by 4 pm, the incident raised concerns about the fragility of the nation's digital infrastructure, impacting essential services like elderly care and medical monitoring.

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Telstra Outage Dismissed as Foreign Interference; Investigation Launched

Telstra, powering 25m mobile services, experienced a major outage blamed on a time-keeping server issue. The Australian government dismissed foreign interference speculation and launched an investigation. Services have largely returned to normal.

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