ANZ CEO Warns of AI Risks and Potential Job Cuts Amid Global Concerns

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ANZ Bank CEO Nuno Matos warned of unpredictable risks from rapid AI adoption, including possible large-scale job cuts and societal destabilization. Citing concerns from AI leaders like Elon Musk, Dario Amodei, and Sam Altman, Matos emphasized the need for caution and potential regulation as AI's risks outpace expectations. The warnings were made in Sydney, Australia.

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