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Among the highlights this week on ABC Radio Australia: On Politok, host Scott Waide reports from a packed tech summit in Port Moresby, where Papua New Guinea’s leaders are pushing to embrace AI nationwide. But as the country adopts AI while still building its digital foundations, concerns are growing around access, data security, jobs, and who truly benefits from this rapid shift. Over on Nesian Footy, hosts Tiniaru Arona and Sam Wykes sit down with Manu Samoa player Rodney Iona, whose journey across countries has been as intense as the battle to qualify for the 2027 Rugby World Cup. And on Pacific Pulse, host Melissa Maykin checks in with guest Jacob McQuire, who’s in the middle of cutting back on nicotine easing into the process one slow, steady step at a time. Relax into your Sunday morning with two hours of the best stories from across the Pacific.

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Papua New Guinea is actively pursuing the nationwide adoption of artificial intelligence, as reported from a tech summit in Port Moresby. While the government is enthusiastic about embracing AI technologies, significant concerns have been raised about data security, job impacts, and equitable access. This effort is part of the broader agenda to establish a digital framework that includes AI in its foundational strategy. Although not directly addressing existential or catastrophic risks, the discourse highlights important governance and infrastructure challenges related to AI implementation in emerging economies. This case also offers insights into global AI safety and policy challenges, especially in regions still developing their digital landscapes.

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