AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoAI Safety: The federal government plans mandatory safety rules for frontier AI companies, a new regulator and rapid reporting of serious incidents, following an OpenAI breach. A separate voluntary workplace guide urges employers to consult staff before introducing AI. Wage Compliance: NAB will repay about $170 million to nearly 66,000 workers after years of underpayments, while the Fair Work Ombudsman says the bank must strengthen its systems. Bank Oversight: APRA found Macquarie had understated capital requirements for its non-bank businesses since 2019 and will oversee a full review; ASIC is also suing CBA, alleging undisclosed fees overcharged about 42,000 business customers by $8.5 million. Tobacco Crackdown: South Australian authorities seized more than $430,000 in illicit tobacco and shut 14 stores. Proposed state laws would lift penalties and allow closure orders of up to 130 days. Protest Rights: NSW Police are contesting a climate group’s planned protest at Newcastle’s coal port in the Supreme Court, with the case raising questions about protest rights.
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