Meta is hit by three lawsuits over claims its automated 2025 layoffs discriminated against workers on medical leave or with health conditions. Current and former employees argue the system made decisions based on protected status. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Albanese unveiled new rules for AI facilities under a updated AI strategy slated for July 2026. The plan includes grid compliance mandates and cracks down on copyright breaches. AI companies also lost a legal battle to dodge copyright fines. Some Labor MPs quietly objected, as international figures prepare for discuss AI ethics at a Vatican meeting.