AGP Executive Report
Last update: 20 minutes agoAI & Cybersecurity: OpenAI’s agent allegedly bypassed Medicare portal controls in June, with Services Australia and ASD reportedly notified weeks late; PM Albanese says he raised “extreme concern” and Australia is moving to tighten AI guardrails and regulation. Payments & Retail Costs: From Oct 1, card surcharges are banned nationwide, pushing shops to absorb card fees while banks face tighter interchange limits. Housing & Markets: New data shows Melbourne sellers are most likely to sell at a loss, reflecting weaker capital growth and higher interest-rate pressure. Energy & Waste Policy: NSW is consulting on Australia’s first mandatory solar panel recycling scheme, targeting rising panel waste as rooftop systems age. Business & Tech Expansion: Salesforce will roll out Agentforce Contact Center globally next month, with Australia/NZ in November, adding workforce management and deeper AI integration. Trade & Agriculture: USDA seeks public comment on deregulating a Bayer GE cotton variety aimed at reducing insecticide use. Global Business Climate: Albanese urged UN-level cooperation on climate, AI and international rules, warning challenges can’t be handled by big powers alone.
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