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WhatsApp, AI and dismissals: The big changes in new CCMA rules

Amended CCMA rules effective from 23 October 2026 formally recognise electronic filing and WhatsApp notices, require parties to discuss AI use in pre-arbitration conferences, and give commissioners greater discretion in certain unattended arbitration matters

WhatsApp, AI and dismissals: The big changes in new CCMA rules

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How Tyler Cowen and Alex Tabarrok Have Changed Their Views on AI and Where They Disagree

From the Archives-written by ChatGPT. Both became dramatically more confident in AI’s capabilities while remaining optimistic about its economic potential.

  • Cowen and Tabarrok grew more confident in AI capabilities over time
  • They disagree on AI's distribution of benefits and associated risks
  • Tabarrok sees AI as increase in educated people, Cowen emphasizes institutions and geopolitics

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