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Firmus Technologies Withdraws from Federal AI Inquiry at 11th Hour

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No reason was given by Firmus Technologies for its last minute withdrawal from the federal parliamentary AI inquiry. But it’s pretty obvious why.

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Firmus Technologies, an Australian immersion-cooling and data center provider, abruptly withdrew from a scheduled appearance at the federal parliamentary inquiry into AI. The company's absence from the Select Committee on Adopting Artificial Intelligence highlights growing friction between domestic technology firms and government efforts to formalize AI governance frameworks. While the article centers on a corporate 'no-show,' it underscores the challenges of engaging critical infrastructure providers in national safety and risk assessment dialogues during the early stages of Australian AI policy development.

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From blockbuster float to empty chair: Firmus pulls a no-showNo reason was given by Firmus Technologies for its last minute withdrawal from the federal parliamentary AI inquiry. But it’s pretty obvious why. All your news for a great price Unlock this story and more with your subscription Digital Access What’s included Unlimited access on app & web A digital version of Today’s Paper Daily puzzles & Mind Games A subscription to The Wall Street Journal Subscriber-exclusive newsletters & early access to tomorrow’s front pages Pay As You Go No lock-in contract $1 a week for 4 weeks($4 min. cost). Then $44 charged every 4 weeks.* *Read the fine print The Australian Digital subscription costs $4 charged for a duration of 4 weeks, after which it automatically renews to $44 charged every 4 weeks. Renewals occur unless cancelled as per full Terms and Conditions. Each payment, once made, is non-refundable, subject to law. Not in conjunction with any other offer. New customers only. Prices after any early discounted periods may be varied as per full Terms and Conditions. See www.theaustralian.com.au/subscriptionterms for full details. 12 Month Plan Lock in & save $6.50 a week for the first 12 months($338 min. cost) charged as $26 every 4 weeks. Then $26 charged every 4 weeks.* *Read the fine print The Australian Digital subscription 12 Month Plan costs $338 (min. cost) for the first 12 months, charged as $26 every 4 weeks. This automatically renews after the first 12 months to be charged as $26 (min. cost) every 4 weeks. Renewals occur unless cancelled as per full Terms and Conditions. No cancellations during the first 12 months. Each payment, once made, is non-refundable, subject to law. Not in conjunction with any other offer. New customers only. Prices after the first 12 months may be varied as per full Terms and Conditions. See www.theaustralian.com.au/subscriptionterms for full details. Subscribe Other subscription options Print + Digital Subscriptions Corporate Subscriptions Student Subscription Verified journalism. Expert analysis. Study smarter and stay informed with a student subscription View offer View offer Your Selection: $0 Your Selection – Change selection Today’s Total $0 Read the fine print Terms and Conditions Sorry, we are unable to process your request at this time. Please try again later.