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Starick: Could Mali’s AI Probe Go Nuclear? It Should

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The Premier’s plan to avoid one of the biggest policy mistakes in living memory is thrusting him onto the national stage again, writes Paul Starick.

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South Australian Premier Peter Malinauskas has proposed a Royal Commission into Artificial Intelligence, which this analysis argues should specifically incorporate nuclear energy and data center infrastructure requirements. The proposal highlights the intersection of frontier AI development, its immense energy demands, and the sovereign risk associated with critical technology infrastructure. By framing AI oversight through a Royal Commission, the South Australian government signals a move toward high-level governance that could set a national precedent for managing the societal and physical security risks posed by rapid AI advancement.

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Starick: Could Mali’s AI probe go nuclear? It shouldThe Premier’s plan to avoid one of the biggest policy mistakes in living memory is thrusting him onto the national stage again, writes Paul Starick. All your news for a great price Unlock this story and more with your subscription Full Digital Access What’s included Unlimited articles on app & web Subscriber-exclusive newsletters A digital version of Today’s Paper A refreshed puzzle experience Pay As You Go No lock-in contract $1 a month for 2 monthsThen $35 charged monthly.* *Read the fine print Full Digital Access $1 charged monthly for a duration of 2 months, after which it automatically renews at $35 charged monthly. 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.advertiser.com.au/subscriptionterms for full details. 12 Month Plan Lock in & save $5 a week for 12 months($260 min. cost) charged as $20 every 4 weeks. Then $20 charged every 4 weeks.* *Read the fine print Full Digital Access 12 Month Plan costs $260 (min. cost) for the first 12 months, charged as $20 every 4 weeks. This automatically renews after the first 12 months to be charged as $20 (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. Prices after the first 12 months may be varied as per full Terms and Conditions. See www.advertiser.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.