| Good afternoon, Welcome to your twice-weekly look at how generative AI is transforming the way we live, work and play – plus the latest news and analysis. A fintech backed by Westpac that uses artificial intelligence to give bankers “rapid access to more detailed data” to help them decide whether to lend to businesses has secured $9m from Acorn Capital and now has its sights on expanding deeper into the US. The creators of DishBrain, a “biological computer” that fuses living brain cells onto computing devices, are mulling an overseas move unless the government increases support for emerging technologies. While the use of AI in recruitment has sparked controversy, HiredScore is harnessing the much-hyped technology to make the hiring process fairer for all, irrespective of what school you went to or sports you’re interested in. Let me know what you think — [email protected] | 