Australia unveils AI standards to shape roll out of technology

Artificial intelligenceAlbanese says country will regulate data center construction and training of modelsAustralian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese delivers a speech titled "AI in Australia's Interests" at the University of Sydney on July 15. © ReutersSHAUN TURTONJuly 15, 2026 14:58 JSTBANGKOK -- Australia will implement "world-leading" artificial intelligence standards, building on its pioneering role in establishing a social media ban for children to "shape the future rather than letting the future of AI shape us," Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced on Wednesday.