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ANZ is using artificial intelligence to write its own code to keep pace with customer demand and eliminate bugs, as chief executive Shayne Elliot reveals the bank has poured $2.5bn into its new online-only offerings.

Google chief executive Sundar Pichai has congratulated US President-elect Donald Trump, saying “we are in a golden age of American innovation”, as big tech emerges as one of the biggest winners from Republicans regaining the White House.

But tech experts warn that Mr Trump’s deregulation agenda, particularly on artificial intelligence, could create a new “wild west” as companies race to seize competitive advantages without guardrails.

And The Australian’s tech editor takes Apple’s new MacBook Pro equipped with AI features for a spin.

The Australian's annual tech magazine, The List Top 100 Innovators, celebrating the nation's most innovative entrepreneurs was unveiled on October 18. Find out who's building the future in The List  online at  theaustralian.com.au.

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