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NSW government ‘absolutely thrilled’ to welcome OpenAI ... until someone mentioned the Terminator films

The NSW technology minister’s office removed a reference to being “absolutely thrilled” about OpenAI opening a Sydney office after staffers joked a dystopian Skynet could be headed for the city within five years. OpenAI announced its first Australian office in August last year and opened in December.

SourceThe Guardian AIAuthor: Josh Taylor Technology reporter
NSW government ‘absolutely thrilled’ to welcome OpenAI ... until someone mentioned the Terminator films
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  • The NSW minister's office initially expressed being 'absolutely thrilled' about OpenAI's Sydney office.
  • Staff joked about Skynet dystopia, leading to the phrase being removed.
  • OpenAI announced its first Australian office in August 2025 and opened in December 2025.
  • The incident underscores tension between AI promotion and public skepticism.

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