In Short:
– Concerns highlight a one in ten risk of AI, compared to lower risks of nuclear war and climate events.
– Dr. Cat Wallace combines Indigenous wisdom with AI expertise to promote ethical practices in artificial intelligence.

Concerns over potential global catastrophes reveal stark statistics, highlighting a one in a thousand chance of nuclear war or climate events, contrasted with a alarming one in ten risk posed by detrimental artificial intelligence.

Australian mother of six, Dr. Cat Wallace, strives to mitigate these dangers. An expert in AI, she uniquely blends her knowledge with insights from Indigenous wisdom, having trained with shamans and elders.

Dr. Wallace has combined 30 years of experience in traditional practices with two decades as a pioneering AI entrepreneur and professor. She argues that AI is evolving into a new form of intelligence and highlights urgent ethical considerations around its integration.

AI Ethics

Dr. Wallace’s focus on ethical AI began in 2019, influencing Australia’s first ethical AI principles. While acknowledging significant advancements, she notes only one in ten Australian organisations currently practice responsible AI, underscoring the necessity for greater awareness and leadership in this evolving landscape.

In Short:
– Go Generosity connects e-commerce businesses with customers to facilitate charitable donations while shopping online.
– The initiative has positively impacted over 62,000 individuals, improving community support during challenging times.

Australians are known for their charitable contributions, but during challenging times, charities are innovating to secure donations. GoGenerosity, founded by Rowan McCloskey, aims to facilitate 100 million acts of generosity annually.

The idea originated during the COVID-19 pandemic when McCloskey’s restaurant faced closure. To support local charities struggling with food needs, the initiative transformed customer donations into food provisions.

In recent years, consumer behaviour has shifted positively, showing increased openness among businesses to embrace consumer generosity. GoGenerosity has reported that 98% of consumers prefer shopping with businesses that support charitable causes.

Generosity Impact

McCloskey emphasises the significant impact on over 62,000 individuals in need, showcasing transparency in how donations benefit the community. The success of GoGenerosity is attributed to its innovative approach, creating a positive environment for both businesses and charities.

In Short:
– Cyber safety requires cultivating daily behaviours rather than just compliance with corporate policies.
– Caitriona Forde promotes cyber safety as a practical skill for improving organisational security culture.

When it comes to cyber safety, compliance alone is no longer sufficient. The emphasis should be on cultivating behaviours that make online safety a natural aspect of daily life, whether at work or home.On this episode of Ticker Click, host Jacqueline Jayne explored why cyber safety must be perceived as a life skill rather than merely a corporate policy.

Caitriona Forde, cyber safety educator, keynote speaker and founder of caIT Cyber Safe, joined to share additional insight on this topic. With over twenty-five years in IT and cybersecurity across multiple regions, she aims to make cyber safety a practical, human-centered skill.

Caitriona’s insights focus on shifting the narrative around human error, promoting practical approaches for organisations to strengthen their cyber culture.