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Update · 03:38 pm AEST · 24 September 2026

Wilkie calls for maximum defensive measures as AI systems spread irreversibly

By The Financial Register

Andrew Wilkie, independent MP

Andrew Wilkie, the independent MP, told ABC News Australia that Australia must build the strongest possible defences to protect critical infrastructure as AI technology becomes impossible to control globally.

He said:

“Hence we've got to make our systems as robust as possible. mentioned earlier, even using AI against itself to help defend ourselves. It's a really, really tough technical job ahead of us.”

Wilkie expressed optimism that Australia has the capability to meet the challenge, despite describing it as one of the most difficult technical problems ahead.

Source: ABC News Australia

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