Capability 3.2.1

General Applications

Definition

Widely used AI-enabled software systems with cross-sectoral relevance (productivity, communication, creativity, decision support).

Examples

Copilot (Microsoft)
ChatGPT (OpenAI)
Magic Studio (Canva)
Rovo (Atlassian).

Indicators

Number of general purpose AI applications developed domestically
Exported general purpose AI applications

National AI Plan

PLAN COMMITMENT

Significant commitment

Articulates intent to lead in AI innovations and applications. Strongly focuses on broad AI deployment across Australian society, with specific measures and funding to encourage adoption and deployment (Action 4, 5). Significant commitment in the plan strongly aligns with recommended action to prioritise building agency in this enabling capability.

Stocktake

Australia’s artificial intelligence ecosystem: growth and opportunities. National AI Centre. June 2025. https://web.archive.org/web/20251114024724/https://www.industry.gov.au/sites/default/files/2025-06/australias-artificial-intelligence-ecosystem-growth-and-opportunities-june-2025.pdf

Is the Stocktake missing evidence?

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