Home Affairs Prepares Government Use Of Generative AI
The Department of Home Affairs has begun preparing security measures to let federal departments and agencies use generative AI with sensitive records, holding town-hall briefings since early October. Briefings attracted over 80 suppliers including Google Australia, AWS, Microsoft, OpenAI and Anthropic, and confirm approved use for 'OFFICIAL' records with a prescribed vendor list while work continues on 'PROTECTED' guidance. The move aligns with the government's goal for widespread secure generative AI access and chief AI officers by July next year.
Key Points
- 1Hosts town halls with over 80 suppliers to prepare security framework for generative AI on OFFICIAL records.
- 2Limits approved OFFICIAL usage to about 18 vetted vendors and specific certified suppliers, reducing foreign-influence risks.
- 3Signals forthcoming PROTECTED guidance; departments must plan procurement, vendor checks, and designate chief AI officers.
Scoring Rationale
Significant, actionable government guidance with official vendor approvals, limited by currently narrower OFFICIAL scope and pending PROTECTED policies.
Sources
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