[Australia to Establish AI Office and Limit Data Center Energy Consumption] According to Golden Finance, on July 15, Australian Prime Minister Albanese stated on Wednesday that the Australian government will establish an 'Artificial Intelligence Office' responsible for managing the formulation of artificial intelligence (AI) standards. It will also mandate that data centers must become net energy producers and limit water usage. This office will be set up under the Prime Minister's Department to ensure a coordinated whole-of-government response across cabinet departments. Relevant legislation will be submitted to Parliament early next year.