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Seven Colombian airports suspend operations after major earthquake
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- Seven Colombian airports suspend operations after major earthquake
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- 0:07
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- Seven airports across Colombia have suspended operations following a major earthquake, with damage reported at facilities in Pereira, Manizales, Quibdó, Armenia, Cartago and Buenaventura.
Popayán Airport has also suspended operations due to ash from the Puracé volcano, as authorities continue monitoring conditions and assessing the impact.
#Colombia #Earthquake #BreakingNews
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- Private jet collides with ground vehicle at Milan Linate Airport
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- 0:07
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- A Hawker Beechcraft 400A private jet was struck by a ground service vehicle while taxiing at Milan Linate Airport. No injuries were reported.
The collision caused temporary disruption, with two arriving flights diverted to Bergamo and Milan Malpensa as airport operations gradually returned to normal.
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- 'No survivors' The towns hit hardest by Colombian earthquake
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- 2:03
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- A state of emergency has been declared in Colombia after a 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck the west.
The quake resulted in fatalities, numerous injuries, and significant damage in cities like Cali and Pereira.
Rescue teams are searching for survivors as officials assess the devastation.
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- Australian police trial live AI facial recognition
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- 0:47
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- More than 130,000 faces have been scanned during WA Police's Australian-first live facial recognition trial, sparking questions about privacy, oversight and the future of AI-powered policing.
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- Pereira airport damaged after powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake
- Runtime
- 0:52
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- Widespead damage has been reported at Pereira Airport after a powerful magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck Colombia on Monday morning.
The quake caused intense shaking, with footage showing the impact inside the airport.
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- Two men battle raging floodwaters to rescue child in Metro Manila,. Philippines
- Runtime
- 0:40
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- Two men battled raging floodwaters in Las Piñas City to get a small child to safety.
They then clung to a gate as powerful currents threatened to sweep them away.
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- Segovia wildfire escalates as strong winds trigger evacuations
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- 0:20
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
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- Strong winds have reignited the Navas de San Antonio wildfire in Segovia, prompting evacuations as flames threaten homes and residents.
The blaze has been raised to Level 2 as emergency crews battle the worsening conditions.
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- Typhoon Dolphin brings severe flooding to Shanghai
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- 1:00
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
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- Typhoon Dolphin brought torrential rain and severe flooding to Shanghai on 9 August, disrupting transport across the city.
The storm forced mass evacuations across eastern China and cancelled more than 1,300 flights in Shanghai.
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- U.S. backs the yen as currency intervention raises global stability fears
- Runtime
- 1:32
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- The US is stepping in to support the Japanese yen, raising questions about why Washington is intervening and what the move means for global financial markets.
With Japan a crucial US ally in the Asia-Pacific, the yen’s weakness could have broader implications for currency markets, investors and economic stability.
Professor Tim Harcourt from UTS examines the risks of further intervention, the potential impact on Australian investments and what could happen to the yen next.
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#Yen #Japan #USMarkets #CurrencyMarkets #GlobalEconomy #AustralianInvestments #FinancialMarkets #Economy
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- Infantino’s FIFA privatisation plan could reshape football’s global leadership
- Runtime
- 0:58
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
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- Professor Tim Harcourt from UTS examines the risks of Infantino’s semi privatisation proposal and what it could mean for FIFA’s accountability and leadership stability.
With Trump’s World Cup hosting adding pressure, the proposal could trigger major changes at the top of global football.
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- “Not As Healthy”: Weak US jobs data shakes market outlook
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- 2:20
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
- Description
- A weaker than expected US jobs report is raising fresh questions about the health of the American economy, with employment growth falling well short of expectations. Senior Market Analyst Zoran Kresovic says the data points to growing concerns beneath the surface.
Kresovic says markets have already reduced expectations for the next Federal Reserve meeting, helping drive confidence across global equities and a strong week for the S&P 500 and Nasdaq.
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- “Far Left And Right”: America’s parties face a radical shift
- Runtime
- 1:36
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
- Description
- Professor Tim Harcourt argues America’s voluntary voting system and primary elections can push political parties towards their ideological extremes, as activists dominate internal contests.
He contrasts this with Australia’s compulsory preferential voting system, which he says encourages parties to navigate towards the centre, and warns the Democrats could face a transformation similar to the Republicans.
#USPolitics #Democrats #Republicans #AmericanPolitics #PoliticalShift #MAGA #Election2026 #Politics
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- ‘Gold could reverse gains’: market volatility warning
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- 9:12
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
- Description
- ‘Gold has been gaining momentum on low volumes’ amid current market volatility.
Zoran Kresovic from Blueberry Markets warns of a potential false breakout for gold.
He notes that gold and silver have seen significant gains in recent weeks.
A reversal in gold prices could affect investors relying on it as a hedge.
Investors should watch for a break above $4,500 for a potential bull run.
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- ‘Democrats having their own MAGA moment’: Tim Harcourt on El-Sayed's win
- Runtime
- 9:19
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
- Description
- ‘Democrats having their own MAGA moment’ reflects a shift in U.S. political dynamics.
Professor Tim Harcourt from UTS discusses the implications of Abdul El-Sayed's primary win.
The alliance between Islamist and woke factions is challenging moderate Democrats.
This shift may alienate traditional voters, affecting future Democratic strategies.
Observers are watching if El-Sayed can unite the party ahead of the general election.
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- Iran demands U.S. action to reopen Strait of Hormuz
- Runtime
- 2:03
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
- Description
- Iran demands the U.S. meet specific conditions before reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
The demands include stopping military actions, withdrawing forces, and lifting sanctions.
Tensions rise with accusations of Iran attacking a tanker.
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- NORAD F 16 jets intercept two civilian aircraft near Trump golf club
- Runtime
- 0:49
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
- Description
- NORAD F 16 jets intercepted two civilian aircraft after they violated temporary flight restrictions over Bedminster, New Jersey.
Both planes were safely escorted from the restricted area with no further incident.
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- Melbourne Airport plans massive expansion for 75 million passengers
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- 0:53
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
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- Melbourne Airport has unveiled its 20-year vision, including terminal expansion, runway changes and better transport connections as passenger numbers are forecast to double by 2047.
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- Property tax changes collide with Australia’s inflation confusion
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- 0:58
- Date posted
- 23 days ago
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- Major negative gearing reforms are now law, but some property investors will remain protected.
Meanwhile, the RBA faces another challenge as Australians increasingly believe higher interest rates are making inflation worse.
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- Can One Nation maintain its polling surge?
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- 0:52
- Date posted
- 24 days ago
- Description
- One Nation is regaining support, potentially reshaping the next election and placing pressure on both Labor and the Coalition.
But is this a temporary polling spike, or a lasting political shift?
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- Presenter nearly swears live after witnessing crash during traffic report
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- 0:17
- Date posted
- 24 days ago
- Description
- A routine traffic update took an unexpected turn when the presenter witnessed a crash unfolding live on air.
The shocking moment left the host almost swearing as viewers watched the dramatic incident in real time.
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- Guatemala orders evacuations as Fuego volcano erupts
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- 0:15
- Date posted
- 24 days ago
- Description
- Guatemala has ordered the evacuation of communities near the Fuego volcano as a powerful eruption sends ash and deadly pyroclastic flows down its slopes.
Officials have declared an orange alert, warning the eruption could intensify while memories remain fresh of the 2018 disaster that claimed more than 200 lives.
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- “Long Game”: Why Anthony Albanese isn't going anywhere yet
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- 2:20
- Date posted
- 25 days ago
- Description
- Could Anthony Albanese be replaced before the next election? Ryan Heath believes the Prime Minister still has a firm grip on the Labor Party despite recent political setbacks.
He explains why there is no obvious successor waiting in the wings and argues that, if Albanese leaves, it is more likely to be because voters decide his time is up rather than an internal party revolt. Ryan Heath is Political Editor at Politico.
#AnthonyAlbanese #AustralianPolitics #AusPol #LaborParty #Election2028 #OneNation #PoliticsNews #TickerNews
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- “Bag Holders”: Why SpaceX investors may have to wait longer for profits
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- 1:53
- Date posted
- 25 days ago
- Description
- Millions of previously locked-up SpaceX shares are now eligible to be sold, raising questions about whether the extra supply could put further pressure on the stock.
Kyle Rodda says early investors are taking profits while those who bought at higher valuations could be left waiting.
The Senior Market Analyst at Capital.com says SpaceX's financial results remain solid, but heavy spending on AI and questions over future returns mean investors should expect more volatility before the company's valuation catches up.
#SpaceX #ElonMusk #StockMarket #IPO #Investing #ArtificialIntelligence #WallStreet #MarketNews
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- “Major Headwind”: Why the US and Iran are stopping Wall Street's rally
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- 3:15
- Date posted
- 25 days ago
- Description
- Markets have strong earnings, lower rate expectations and improving economic data. So why aren't stocks making bigger gains?
Kyle Rodda, Senior Market Analyst at Capital.com, explains why the growing tensions between the United States and Iran could trigger higher oil prices, reignite inflation and become the biggest risk facing investors right now.
#WallStreet #StockMarket #Investing #OilPrices #MiddleEast #Iran #GlobalMarkets #MarketNews
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- ‘One Nation is now in a solid trend’: Poll Surge is shaking Australia's political landscape
- Runtime
- 9:41
- Date posted
- 25 days ago
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- ‘One Nation is now in a solid trend at the top of the polls.’ The party's popularity is reshaping political dynamics.
Ryan Heath from Politico discusses the challenges facing major parties as One Nation gains support.
Heath highlights how voters disillusioned with the system are turning to One Nation.
This shift could lead to a multi-party landscape, affecting traditional two-party dominance.
One Nation's electoral growth may continue, especially in the Senate.
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- ‘Markets are becoming pessimistic’: Iran's Strait of Hormuz plan
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- 9:36
- Date posted
- 25 days ago
- Description
- ‘Markets are becoming pessimistic once again’ due to Iran's control over the Strait of Hormuz.
Rising tensions over the Strait of Hormuz are keeping global markets on edge, with fears of oil supply disruptions continuing to drive prices higher and weigh on share markets.
Kyle Rodda, Senior Market Analyst at Capital.com, says the ongoing disagreement between the United States and Iran over control of the strategic waterway remains the biggest obstacle to easing market uncertainty.
He warns that without progress in negotiations, investors are likely to continue pricing in the risk of prolonged conflict and tighter global energy supplies.
Rodda says the geopolitical standoff is overshadowing otherwise positive market fundamentals, including strong corporate earnings, while also increasing concerns about inflation and the potential for further interest rate rises.
As long as uncertainty persists in the region, oil price...
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- Trump's dilemma over Iran conflict
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- 2:18
- Date posted
- 25 days ago
- Description
- President Donald Trump is considering options regarding the conflict with Iran.
He could negotiate a deal allowing Iran control over a key shipping route or escalate military action, both of which carry political risks.
The decision could impact Trump's approval ratings and his political future.
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- Why Australian companies are suddenly sending thousands of jobs offshore
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- 0:29
- Date posted
- 25 days ago
- Description
- Coles could send up to 1,000 corporate jobs to India as Australian companies race to cut costs, access AI expertise and compete with global giants.
The move follows similar plans from Woolworths and Qantas.
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- Huge rock avalanches captured on the Matterhorn
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- 0:35
- Date posted
- 25 days ago
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- Dramatic footage shows enormous rock avalanches racing down the entire south face of the Matterhorn, filmed from Cervinia.
The stunning scenes highlight the growing instability of high mountain terrain during the summer season.
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- Russia launches major missile and drone attack on Kyiv
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- 0:27
- Date posted
- 25 days ago
- Description
- Kyiv endured a large scale overnight assault as Russia launched missiles and more than 100 drones at the Ukrainian capital.
Ukraine says dozens of drones were intercepted, but no incoming missiles were successfully shot down during the attack.
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- “Not Corrupt”: Why the IBAC report still raises serious questions
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- 3:07
- Date posted
- 25 days ago
- Description
- Professor Chris Berg explains why the IBAC report stopped short of finding corruption while still documenting what he describes as serious misconduct and failures of good government.
He argues the behaviour came close to illegality without crossing the legal threshold.
The discussion explores the difference between corruption, misconduct and unethical conduct, and why the political consequences may now rest with Victorian voters rather than the courts.
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- ‘Pitch maxing is incredibly dangerous’: marketing risks exposed
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- 10:04
- Date posted
- 26 days ago
- Description
- ‘The marketplace is incredibly desperate for both marketers and for agencies.’
Darren Woolley from Trinity P3 warns about the risks of pitch maxing in agency selection.
AI-driven promises often seem too good to be true, complicating marketers' decisions.
Brands could face financial losses if agency promises are not delivered.
The trend of pitch maxing is worsening globally, affecting agency-client relationships.
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- “Get Embedded”: How inflation expectations can keep prices rising
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- 4:11
- Date posted
- 26 days ago
- Description
- What happens when people expect inflation to stay high? According to Matt Grudnoff, those expectations can become a reality as workers seek bigger pay rises and businesses continue to raise prices.
The Australia Institute's Senior Economist explains why the Reserve Bank is determined to keep inflation between 2 and 3%, warning that once higher inflation becomes embedded in the economy, it becomes far harder to bring back under control.
#Inflation #InterestRates #RBA #CostOfLiving #AustralianEconomy #Economy #Finance #Australia
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- “Go For Safety”: Why Australia's sharemarket keeps hitting records
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- 1:35
- Date posted
- 26 days ago
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- Australia's sharemarket is reaching record highs despite concerns over the property market and limited earnings growth.
David Scutt explains why investors continue to favour Australia, pointing to market stability, superannuation inflows and technical momentum.
The conversation examines how the ASX can outperform even without a dominant technology sector, and why future gains may ultimately depend on stronger company earnings or interest rate cuts.
David Scutt is a Senior Market Analyst at StoneX.
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- “Buying A Dream”: Why SpaceX remains a highly speculative investment
- Runtime
- 1:21
- Date posted
- 26 days ago
- Description
- David Scutt argues that investors buying into SpaceX are paying for future possibilities rather than proven returns.
While Elon Musk has ambitious revenue targets, Scutt says the business still has major hurdles before those ambitions become reality.
The discussion explores the difference between exciting innovation and shareholder returns, explaining why speculative AI and space investments remain high risk despite the hype.
David Scutt is a Senior Market Analyst at StoneX.
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- Iran's potential control over key Gulf waters
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- 2:13
- Date posted
- 26 days ago
- Description
- Iran may gain control over ships entering the Gulf through key waters, a significant concession amidst tensions with the U.S.
While Iran claims progress in talks with Oman, key issues remain unresolved, and U.S. officials deny an imminent deal.
Iran warns that any U.S. attack could lead to retaliation against regional energy infrastructure.
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- ‘A pattern of corrosive misconduct’: Andrews government under scrutiny
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- 9:49
- Date posted
- 26 days ago
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- ‘The Firefighters Union got exactly what they wanted’ amid secretive deals with the Andrews government.
Professor Chris Berg from RMIT University discusses the IBAC report's findings on misconduct and government accountability.
The report highlights a pattern of secret agreements between the government and unions, bypassing relevant ministers.
This misconduct risks undermining public trust and could influence upcoming elections in Victoria.
Future government dealings may face increased scrutiny as voters react to these revelations.
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- ‘NVIDIA is riding the wave’: AI investment surge
- Runtime
- 9:12
- Date posted
- 26 days ago
- Description
- ‘NVIDIA is riding the wave at the moment of this huge CapEx spend,’ concerning the AI investment surge.
David Scutt from StoneX discusses NVIDIA's competitive advantage and market position.
Despite strong earnings, concerns about the sustainability of AI investments persist.
The potential pullback of major players could impact the momentum of AI stocks.
Investors should watch for signs of market shifts and competitor actions.
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- ‘Higher interest rates might worsen inflation’: RBA dilemma
- Runtime
- 9:54
- Date posted
- 26 days ago
- Description
- ‘Higher interest rates might worsen inflation’ amid public misunderstanding of the RBA's role.
Matt Grudnoff from the Australia Institute explains that many Australians believe rate hikes increase inflation.
This misconception could hinder the RBA's efforts to manage inflation effectively.
Rising inflation expectations may lead to higher wage demands and price increases.
The RBA might need to reconsider its approach to interest rates in the near future.
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- “Sign Of The Times”: Why AI investors should brace for a reality check
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- 1:34
- Date posted
- 26 days ago
- Description
- Filip Tortevski says today's AI investment boom is showing classic signs of market euphoria, with sky-high valuations and investors piling into the same trades.
He argues that excessive optimism often comes before sharp corrections.
The Wealth Within analyst explains why inexperienced investors receiving massive backing is a warning sign rather than a success story, suggesting markets could be approaching a turning point.
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- “No One Has”: The White House is rushing to control AI it can't define
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- 1:58
- Date posted
- 27 days ago
- Description
- The White House wants to test the world's most powerful AI models before they're released, but nobody has clearly defined what a "frontier AI" actually is.
Dr Karen Sutherland says the move appears driven by growing fears over AI security risks.
The discussion centres on reports that an OpenAI agent attempted to escape its testing environment, raising fresh questions about whether governments are scrambling to catch up with rapidly advancing AI.
Dr Karen Sutherland is a senior lecturer at the University of the Sunshine Coast.
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- “Very Difficult”: Why small AI companies are being squeezed out
- Runtime
- 1:55
- Date posted
- 27 days ago
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- Brad Gastwirth, Senior Analyst at Circular Technologies, warns that the AI boom is becoming a game only the biggest companies can afford to play, with infrastructure costs and computing power increasingly controlled by tech giants.
He explains why startups without deep financial backing face enormous barriers to competing, even when renting AI infrastructure instead of building it themselves.
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- “Wants Out”: Trump faces a political and military dilemma
- Runtime
- 1:52
- Date posted
- 27 days ago
- Description
- Brad Gastwirth says President Donald Trump is eager to end US involvement in Iran but believes Tehran recognises that urgency and is using it as leverage in negotiations.
He argues the President is caught between avoiding a prolonged conflict and appearing weak if the US fails to respond to further attacks, making the path forward increasingly difficult.
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- Market panic: Is the next stock market crash already here?
- Runtime
- 9:46
- Date posted
- 27 days ago
- Description
- Wall Street is wobbling, Bitcoin is under pressure, and investors are scrambling for answers.
Is this just another market shake-up, or the first warning sign of a much bigger crash that could hit Australian investors?
Market expert Filip Tortevski from Wealth Within unpacks the margin calls rocking major investors, the impact of Japan's interest rate moves,
Bitcoin's next big risk and why confidence across global markets is suddenly fading fast.
Could the All Ordinaries still surge to record highs, or are investors ignoring the warning signs?
We separate the headlines from the hype and reveal what could happen next.
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#StockMarket #MarketCrash #ASX #Bitcoin #Investing #WallStreet #Finance #TickerNews
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- Who decides if AI is too dangerous?
- Runtime
- 9:28
- Date posted
- 27 days ago
- Description
- The White House is preparing to unveil its new framework for testing frontier AI models, designed to evaluate the risks posed by the world's most advanced artificial intelligence systems.
But the plan is already attracting scrutiny, with critics raising concerns over classified testing methods, limited transparency and whether a voluntary system can effectively manage powerful AI without slowing innovation.
Dr Karen Sutherland from UniSC explains what these new AI safety measures could mean for developers, governments and the future of artificial intelligence.
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#ArtificialIntelligence #AI #WhiteHouse #AISafety #FrontierAI #TechNews #Innovation #TickerNews
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- ‘Iran has the upper hand’: Strait of Hormuz talks
- Runtime
- 9:34
- Date posted
- 27 days ago
- Description
- ‘Iran here, I think, has the upper hand’ amid the ongoing Strait of Hormuz negotiations.
Brad Gastwirth, Senior Market Analyst from Circular Technologies, discusses the complex dynamics of the talks.
The U.S. involvement in the negotiations remains uncertain, adding to the tension.
A failure to reach a deal could disrupt maritime traffic and regional stability.
Observers are watching for signs of progress or further escalation in the talks.
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- Ukraine accuses Russia of war crime after drone attack
- Runtime
- 2:07
- Date posted
- 27 days ago
- Description
- Ukraine has accused Russia of committing a war crime following a drone attack on a vegetable seller in a southern city. The vendor survived but suffered injuries, as part of what Ukraine claims is a Russian campaign to frighten civilians. The United Nations has noted a significant increase in civilian casualties in Ukraine this year.
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- Jetstar passengers face new charges for overhead carry-on bags
- Runtime
- 0:52
- Date posted
- 27 days ago
- Description
- Jetstar is introducing new charges for overhead locker space, with passengers paying up to $52 each way for larger carry-on bags.
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- "PARTY OVER": Victoria's real problem isn't migration
- Runtime
- 2:04
- Date posted
- 27 days ago
- Description
- Dr Steven Enticott argues governments cannot continue borrowing indefinitely, warning there is a limit to how long investors will keep funding rising debt.
He says Victoria is now reaching the point where years of borrowing are catching up with the state.
The discussion then turns to migration, with Dr Steven Enticott arguing population growth is not the real issue.
Instead, he says poor infrastructure planning and a failure to build transport alongside new suburbs have left Victoria struggling to keep pace with its growing population.
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- "GONE TOO FAR": Victoria can't keep borrowing without consequences
- Runtime
- 2:44
- Date posted
- 27 days ago
- Description
- Dr Steven Enticott says Victoria's financial problems have become too deeply embedded to be fixed by a simple leadership change. He argues governments can no longer rely on borrowing to delay difficult economic decisions.
The conversation explores why productivity, not higher taxes, is the key to rebuilding Victoria's economy, with Dr Steven Enticott outlining what he believes needs to change.
