By David Adams
Publication Date: 2026-04-27 05:26:00
Australians who rely on artificial intelligence to prepare their tax returns should think twice before filing their taxes, the tax office says, bracing for a new wave of dodgy advice and random “hacks” concocted by chatbots.
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) on Monday confirmed its priorities ahead of the end of the financial year, urging taxpayers to be wary of false or misleading information about their entitlements and obligations.
She is particularly careful with information from third-party sources, such as: B. AI applications that may cause taxpayers to make incorrect deductions or fail to meet their obligations.
“AI can be helpful, but it often draws on a wide and inconsistent range of sources, which can lead to inaccurate advice,” said Anita Challen, deputy commissioner of the ATO.
The ATO has already issued similar warnings, warning that…
