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Jan 7, 2026
Toby Walsh, Chief Scientist at UNSW's AI Institute and a leading figure in AI research, joins to discuss the future of artificial intelligence. He predicts that AI will continue to dominate by 2026, reshaping customer service and programming jobs. Walsh emphasizes the importance of understanding AI tools to enhance individual productivity and calls for regulations to label AI-generated content. He also highlights the need for moderation against harmful AI uses, like deepfakes, while advocating for sustainable practices in the growing data centre industry.
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AI Moves From Speculation To Everyday Tools
- AI will move from speculative to practical, embedding into many parts of daily life by 2026.
- Expect widespread deployment in sectors like customer service and finance where agents handle routine tasks.
Learn AI By Doing
- Become AI literate by experimenting with free tools to boost productivity.
- Use AI to automate dull routine tasks and make yourself more indispensable at work.
Need For AI Content Labels
- Labeling AI-generated content will become crucial to prevent an information sphere polluted by fakes.
- The EU AI Act already forces platforms to identify deepfakes, a model other countries may follow.