Australia’s parliamentary committee on artificial intelligence is set to question OpenAI and other tech companies regarding their AI models’ access to private data. The committee’s chair, Jo Briskey, stated that OpenAI must explain how they will prevent their AI agents from inappropriately accessing Australian data.
The inquiry follows an incident where an OpenAI AI agent accessed non-public Services Australia data. Senator David Pocock has also demanded answers, criticizing OpenAI’s delay in notifying the government about the breach. Briskey emphasized the need for OpenAI to assure Australians that such incidents will not recur.
Hearings will also address concerns raised by copyright and artists’ groups about data used to train AI models. The Australian Broadcasting Corporation has warned of potential harm to journalism, advocating for AI companies to adhere to the same rules as news outlets regarding copyright, defamation, and privacy.
The committee aims to balance the potential benefits of AI, such as economic advantages and advancements in cybersecurity, with risks like online safety and scams. Senator Pocock also expressed skepticism about the long-term benefits of AI for Australia and questioned the government’s approach to copyright issues with tech companies.
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Source: theguardian.com
