In his farewell address, President Joe Biden warned of a growing American oligarchy led by tech billionaires like Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, and Mark Zuckerberg, who have amassed excessive power and wealth. He expressed concerns about the tech industrial complex, the decline of the free press, and the dangers of artificial intelligence, emphasizing the need for responsible governance of AI technology. Biden also highlighted the influence of social media platforms like X and Meta in shaping public discourse, urging for greater transparency and accountability in tech companies’ operations.
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Leaders vow action after more antisemitic attacks in Sydney and Perth
Premiers from opposite sides of the country, including NSW Premier Chris Minns and Western Australia Premier Roger Cook, have condemned recent antisemitic incidents and vowed to punish those responsible. The NSW government is taking action against a spate of incidents in Sydney, while WA Premier Cook accused culprits in his state of sowing division and hatred. The federal government has imposed sanctions against an online neo-Nazi network, and there are calls to strengthen hate speech...
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