ABC News 31 August 2026, 23:08

Computers once threatened to take over jobs. Is history repeating with AI?

In 1968, Australians were warned that computers could wipe out entire professions. Now, a similar conversation is unfolding about artificial intelligence.

In 1968, Australians were warned that computers could wipe out entire professions. Now, a similar conversation is unfolding about artificial intelligence.

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