Immersive technologies, including augmented reality, virtual reality, mixed reality, digital twins and virtual worlds, are increasingly reshaping how individuals, firms and public institutions interact with digital content. However, policymaking specific to immersive technologies remains relatively nascent and fragmented. This paper analyses national and sub-national strategies and policies targeting immersive technologies. It identifies five main policy...

This report provides evidence of a broken link between skills proficiency and skills use, revealing that many highly skilled workers have limited opportunities to deploy their talents. It demonstrates why effective skills use matters for both economic performance and worker wellbeing. It calls for policy changes to bridge the gap between skills proficiency and skills...

This snapshot offers an overview of Australia's economic situation, GDP and inflation projections, growth prospects and structural reform priorities. It highlights major economic trends and key policy recommendations for sustainable and inclusive growth. It includes a special feature on revitalising competition in the Australian economy.

The adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) systems can improve public sector efficiency and service quality, but many government institutions are held back by skills gaps on AI. This brief explores how public administrations can build internal capability for AI. It draws on examples of workforce initiatives from various OECD countries, including training, strategies and mechanisms.

Generative AI (GenAI) is reshaping the educational landscape. This outlook analyses research that suggests GenAI can support learning when guided by clear teaching principles. However, without pedagogical guidance, outsourcing tasks to GenAI enhances performance with no real learning gains. The outlook synthesises evidence and insights on the design criteria that make it work for education.