Feds move to regulate automated decision-making - iTnews

The federal government has announced plans to tighten regulation of automated decision-making (ADM) within government agencies. The Attorney-General has been tasked with leading the development of a regulatory framework for ADM. This move is part of a new set of safety priorities for the adoption of artificial intelligence in government and the community.

The framework will apply specifically to federal agencies. No specific timeline or details have been provided. The government has not specified which ADM systems will be covered or how compliance will be enforced. The announcement did not include enforcement mechanisms or penalties.

The initiative follows broader efforts to establish AI governance in the public sector. The framework is expected to address accountability and transparency, though concrete proposals are yet to be released. The government's safety priorities are intended to guide responsible AI adoption across government and community settings.