Media & Speaking
Academic Expertise Beyond the University
Dr. Govand Khalid Azeez’s media and speaking work brings his research on AI, technology, politics, economics, education and social change into wider public and academic discussions. Through media commentary, invited talks and public engagements, he examines how technological developments are shaping societies, institutions and the future of work.
Dr. Govand Azeez in Press/Media
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Southeast Asia’s Costly AI Bargain with US Tech Giants
This article examines the growing partnerships between US technology companies and Southeast Asian telecommunications firms, arguing that they provide unprecedented access to advanced AI while deepening the region’s dependence on…
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It’s Not Just Rich Countries. Tech’s Trillion-Dollar Bet on AI Is Everywhere. The Wall Street Journal
Wall Street Journal article examining the AI and Data Center. Subject: Wall Street Journal Technology section and reporter examining the geopolitics and political economy of data centers. Read More ➜
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Southeast Asia and the Mirage of Tech Sovereignty. The Diplomat
This paper examines why data sovereignty policies in Southeast Asia fail to deliver technological autonomy despite mandating domestic data storage. Drawing from science and technology studies (STS), political economy, and…
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Australia heads to the polls tomorrow for federal elections after three years of Labor rule
A political economic assessment of 2025 elections: Australia’s 2025 election exposes a political economy dominated by neoliberal convergence between major parties who offer technocratic fixes while avoiding structural challenges like…
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Chinese AI Model Banned from Australian Government Systems. Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC)
This talk covers governmental measures related to large language models (AI) and their potential implications for data privacy and national security. The discussion centers around concerns regarding how generative AI…
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La IA: una nueva era de productividad
Con el objetivo de ampliar el panorama sobre el uso de las herramientas de Inteligencia Artificial y la tendencia en la educación, el Dr. Govand Khalid Azeez (Universidad Macquarie, Sydney)…
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Education 4.0: Artificial Intelligence in Latin American Higher Education
This work offers an analysis of Artificial Intelligence’s (AI) impact on higher education across Latin America, a subject that has received limited academic attention despite its far-reaching implications. The research…
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The Employability Paradox: Australian Universities in the AI Era. Future Campus
This paper examines the “employability paradox” in Australian higher education amid rapid technological advancements, particularly artificial intelligence. It critiques the increasing emphasis on employability metrics as primary indicators of educational…
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Confidence in Higher Education is Dwindling: Charting a Path to Renewal
This paper addresses the declining global confidence in higher education institutions, as evidenced by surveys in the US, UK, and Australia showing decreased trust and concerns about institutional priorities. The…
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A New Strategic Imperative: Regaining Social License
Globally, universities have long stood as pillars of knowledge, excellence, and innovation. However, their role in society transcends the boundaries of classrooms, lecture halls and research laboratories. As public institutions,…
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