Mangione, Caddick, Mokbel updates + The 'bogeyman' influencing your vote
Apr 1, 2025
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Professor Daniel Angus, Director of QUT’s Digital Media Research Centre and expert in misinformation and AI, joins to shed light on how technological advancements are reshaping our perception of truth. They delve into the role of AI-generated deepfakes in influencing public opinion, especially with elections approaching. Angus discusses the ethical implications of manipulated content and offers practical tips on enhancing media literacy. Plus, the conversation touches on recent political developments and rising career dissatisfaction among millennials and Gen Z.
The proposed increase in Australia's minimum wage aims to support 3 million workers and address the rising living costs.
AI technologies present both opportunities and challenges for political campaigning, raising concerns about potential misinformation influencing elections.
Deep dives
Minimum Wage Increase Proposal
The Prime Minister is expected to support raising the minimum wage, which could positively impact approximately 3 million workers in Australia. This proposed increase involves adjusting wages in line with inflation for award and minimum wage workers, marking a significant shift in the government's previous stance on wage submissions. Currently set at $24.10 per hour, the national minimum wage has not kept pace with rising living costs, prompting the desire for a fairer wage structure. This recommendation, while non-binding, signifies a potential direction for future wage policy in the country.
Emergence of AI in Political Campaigning
The evolving landscape of artificial intelligence poses new challenges and opportunities for political campaigning, particularly regarding content creation. AI technologies can generate various campaign materials, including personalized messages and visuals, which could enhance a candidate's outreach. However, there is also a concern about the potential misuse of AI by malicious actors, who may create misleading content to confuse voters. Experts warn that while AI may influence elections, it is essential to maintain focus on existing threats to democracy and ensure that AI's role remains transparent in political communications.
Public Sentiment on Work Satisfaction
Recent surveys reveal that a significant portion of the workforce, particularly millennials and Gen X, experiences career regret, with many expressing dissatisfaction with their job choices. Over half of millennials and Gen X respondents stated they would pursue a different career path if given another chance, citing insufficient pay, evolving interests, and poor work-life balance as key reasons. Interestingly, even Gen Z, relatively new to the workforce, has reported a notable level of career regret, indicating a potentially troubling trend for future job markets. This data underscores the importance for employers to consider factors impacting job satisfaction and to provide a supportive work environment.
Wednesday Headlines: Labor to push for real wage increase, US prosecutors seek death penalty for Luigi Mangione, IVF for single women and same sex couples to be covered under Medicare, first probable Japanese Encephalitus Virus death in the QLD since an outbreak in 2022, and the majority of millennials and Gen X regret their career choice.
Deep Dive: With a federal election on the horizon, how much of what we see and hear can we actually trust?
AI-generated deepfakes and manipulated content are becoming harder to detect and while some of these tools are used for entertainment, others are being harnessed to influence public opinion.
So, could AI actually sway voters at the ballot box come May 3? Or is it all a distraction?
In this episode of The Briefing, Tara Cassidy speaks with Professor Daniel Angus, Director of QUT’s Digital Media Research Centre, to unpack it all.
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