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Australian workers mistrust AI as errors hit workplaces
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Australian workers mistrust AI as errors hit workplaces

about 3 hours ago

Almost all staff want human oversight after a survey found AI mistakes at work have already triggered customer service, operational and reputational damage.

Mara Sugue
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