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A software engineer was playing around with Claude so that he could better control his DJI robot vacuum.
Pick & Scroll News
February 26, 2026
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Good morning. A software engineer was playing around with Claude so that he could better control his DJI robot vacuum.
Before he knew it, he had backdoor access into 7,000 DJI devices with live camera feeds of people eating cereal and floor plans across 24 different countries.
All the headlines and more below...
AUSTRALIAN NEWS
AI advisory body suddenly scrapped after 15 months spent finding experts
A permanent AI advisory body was scrapped after the government had already spent 15 months working to identify experts to sit on it. LINK
The government commits to lower spending following high inflation figures. LINK
Headline inflation remained at 3.8% in the year to January, while the trimmed mean measure of underlying inflation edged up to 3.4%, well above the RBA’s target band. LINK
Australia's agricultural exports rose by 12% to $82B in 2025 despite trade tensions. LINK
Four million people are tipped to live in Western Australia by 2043 according to a new report which warns the boom could be derailed by a housing shortage. LINK
Australia faces challenges in crafting new IP laws to protect local creators against AI model training on copyrighted material, as warned by AI expert Toby Walsh. LINK
COMPANY NEWS
WiseTech global plans to cut 2,000 jobs as it shifts towards AI
WiseTech Global plans to cut around 2,000 jobs as it shifts towards AI. LINK
Accent Group is closing the Glue chain to focus on globally recognised brands, reporting a 40% profit drop and remaining optimistic about future earnings. LINK
Woolworths saw profits rise 16.4% despite inflation, as the ACCC prepares legal action against the supermarket chain for allegedly misleading discounts. LINK
Pacific National faces a Fair Work Commission case over 'right-to-disconnect' laws due to robocalls demanding shift confirmations outside work hours. LINK
Tabcorp received approval for a controversial live betting device in NSW pubs and clubs. LINK
Domino's Pizza has lost 10% of its customer base after shifting from discount promotions to a low-price everyday strategy, though it has returned to profitability. LINK
DroneShield's profit surged 367% as it enhances its market positioning, announcing new governance policies. LINK
Melbourne Airport plans to expand its international terminal in a $4.5B project, accommodating growing travel demand and funded privately with airline support. LINK
Flight Centre's underlying profit rose to $125M, exceeding expectations, resulting in a higher interim dividend. LINK
Ebos Group achieved a 13% profit increase as strong demand continued across healthcare and animal care markets. LINK
ONE MORE SCROLL
Editor’s Pick: Longevity researcher shares the top fruit they eat daily for healthy ageing.
Draft Pick: Australia beat India by 6 wickets in first women's cricket one-day international.
Odd Pick: North Korea has announced the re-election of Kim Jong Un as its leader.
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