NZ Lags on AI Policy as Public Worries Grow Over Jobs and Misinformation

AI developments like ChatGPT are causing concern, but NZ politicians have been mostly silent on the issue despite public worries.

AI threatens jobs and could exacerbate existing societal problems like misinformation if not properly regulated.

NZ is behind countries like the EU, Canada, and the US in developing policies to address AI's risks.

Major NZ parties have only made vague promises about AI regulation and workforce transitions.

Stronger NZ privacy laws, policing, and economic strategies are needed to manage AI's impact and harness its benefits.