# NSW government excited about OpenAI until Terminator jokes appear

The New South Wales government expressed enthusiasm about welcoming OpenAI, but the mood shifted when someone raised the Terminator film franchise. The incident highlights the persistent public anxiety about AI safety and the need to address fears alongside excitement.

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### World
- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2026/jul/03/nsw-government-openai-arrives-sydney-terminator-films) — Fri, 03 Jul 2026 14:54:59 GMT