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We have a rapidly closing window in which to put guardrails on.

Summary

This editorial argues that the window for implementing effective guardrails on frontier AI systems is rapidly closing as capabilities outpace regulatory frameworks. It highlights the transition from theoretical existential risks to practical safety concerns following recent system compromises and adversarial exploits. The piece emphasizes the urgent need for Australian policymakers to lead on governance structures that can mitigate catastrophic outcomes from misaligned or hijacked high-capability models. Such interventions are framed as essential for national security and the preservation of democratic digital infrastructure.

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