Meta fends off authors’ US copyright lawsuit over AI
Meta Platforms has had a legal win against a group of authors who argued that its use of their books without permission to train its artificial intelligence system infringed their…
Banks tip earlier rate cut after inflation falls again
Half of Australia’s big four banks are predicting a cut in interest rates when the Reserve Bank next meets following better-than-expected inflation numbers. Despite predictions of inflation remaining steady, headline…
Liberal leader vows to find ‘rivers of gold in revenue’
A Labor budget has failed to deliver any bold visions or ambitious projects befitting of Australia’s economic powerhouse, a state Liberal leader says. Softly spoken NSW Opposition Leader Mark Speakman…
NATO members commit to spending hike sought by Trump
NATO leaders have backed a big increase in military spending that US President Donald Trump had demanded, and restated their commitment to defend each other from attack after a brief…
Relief as airports open and Australians return home
Australian Or Kedem has packed his suitcase for what he hopes will be his fourth and final attempt to leave the Middle East now that missiles have finally stopped hurtling…
Global energy wobbles power-up electrification push
Australia’s exposure to energy price shocks is back in the spotlight, with even the weekly grocery shop in the firing line if tensions in the Middle East escalate. A ceasefire…
Bezos and Sanchez arrive in Venice for wedding party
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and his journalist fiancee Lauren Sanchez have arrived in Venice ahead of three days of lavish VIP parties in the romantic lagoon city to celebrate their…
Australia’s Iran fallout warning despite uneasy truce
Conflict between Iran and Israel will have consequences for Australia, even if a ceasefire holds, an expert warns. While the federal government has repeatedly called for diplomacy and peace, it…
Treasurer seeks trade balance in latest US tariff talks
Jim Chalmers has made the case to his US counterpart to remove American-imposed tariffs, while rebuffing calls to increase defence spending in line with NATO allies. The treasurer spoke with…
Liberal leader open to quotas after election drubbing
Liberal leader Sussan Ley is open to introducing quotas for female candidates as young people and women abandon the party in droves. The Liberals are searching for answers after being…