In a step toward deeper collaboration on artificial intelligence, Anthropic has announced an agreement with the Australia government to share its economic index data. The initiative aims to monitor AI adoption across the economy and assess its impact on jobs and workers.
Under the agreement, the company, known for its Claude AI models, will share insights on emerging AI capabilities and potential risks. It will also take part in joint safety evaluations and collaborate on research with Australian universities. In addition, Anthropic plans to invest in data centre infrastructure and energy projects across the country.
“Australia’s investment in AI safety makes it a natural partner for responsible AI development,” said Dario Amodei in Canberra, where he is scheduled to meet Anthony Albanese. “This memorandum of understanding gives our collaboration a formal foundation.”
The agreement follows similar partnerships between Anthropic and safety institutes in the United States, Britain, and Japan.
Currently, Australia does not have specific AI legislation in place. The centre-left Labor government has stated it will rely on existing laws to manage AI-related risks, while also introducing voluntary guidelines to address privacy and safety concerns.
In its National AI Plan released in December, the Labor government outlined steps to boost AI adoption across the economy. The plan also focuses on attracting data centre investments and building AI skills to support jobs as the technology becomes more integrated into everyday life.
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