
Toby Walsh
Chief Scientist at the AI Institute at the University of New South Wales. He researches artificial intelligence.
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Aug 31, 2025 • 16min
Do we need laws to stop AI taking your job?
Toby Walsh, Chief Scientist at the AI Institute of the University of New South Wales, delves into the transformative potential of AI on Australia’s economy. He discusses how AI could inject over a hundred billion dollars if leveraged correctly. However, he raises a crucial question: will automation displace countless jobs? The conversation touches on navigating worker protections, the role of unions, and whether regulations are necessary to balance economic growth with job security in this new AI-driven landscape.

Jan 24, 2024 • 0sec
The potential of Humans plus AI (AC Ep28)
Leading thinkers including Jerry Michalski, Toby Walsh, Anne-Laure LeCunff, Jeremiah Owyang, and Dave Snowden discuss the potential of humans plus AI. They explore topics such as becoming better cyborgs, navigating AI, creativity, collaboration, ethics, and the dangers and potential of AI.

Apr 10, 2025 • 29min
AI's "hidden labour" and the move toward a linkless internet
Zena Assaad, a senior lecturer in human-machine relationships, Toby Walsh, a renowned AI expert, and Collin Jennings, a critical writer on the internet's evolution, dive deeply into AI's hidden labor forces. They discuss the often-overlooked data labelers in developing countries and their harsh working conditions. The conversation also ventures into the shift towards a linkless internet, questioning how AI-driven summaries affect the credibility and verification of online information, calling for a reevaluation of ethical responsibilities in tech.

Jan 19, 2025 • 15min
What to expect from AI in 2025
Toby Walsh, Chief Scientist at the UNSW AI Institute, explores the upcoming transformations in artificial intelligence and their societal impact. He delves into how AI could revolutionize mundane tasks with innovations like robot vacuums. The conversation also highlights the challenges of regulating AI while fostering innovation and the potential job displacement risks for freelancers. Walsh emphasizes the importance of adapting to AI tools for productivity, raising awareness about the fine line between creativity and misinformation in AI-generated media.

Jan 8, 2025 • 24min
The AI tools that will make your life easier in 2025
In this insightful discussion, Toby Walsh, a leading Professor of Artificial Intelligence at UNSW, delves into the exciting developments in AI technology. He addresses the mixed feelings surrounding AI in the workplace, balancing anxiety over job loss with the thrill of innovation. Toby introduces practical AI tools like Google’s Notebook LLM, emphasizing their potential to enhance productivity and creativity. He also reflects on how AI will reshape various professions, encouraging listeners to adapt to these changes by 2025.