AI companies want to water down Australia’s copyright laws. Artists are outraged, Labor is split

Australian artists and authors are concerned about potential changes to copyright laws that could allow AI companies to use their work for training large language models without adequate compensation. The government, particularly within the Labor party, is divided on how to balance protecting creators' rights with fostering AI industry growth. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is expected to outline a vision for AI regulation, though no specific copyright reforms are anticipated imminently.