Empowering AI for Aotearoa’s future

26 September 2024

Kia ora, Thank you to everyone who joined us at our annual Aotearoa AI Summit: Atamai Tuatahi | Intelligence First! It was a huge success thanks to all of our members, speakers and sponsors who made the day truly remarkable!   The energy and insights shared were inspiring, from exploring AI’s economic potential and key announcements from … Continue reading "New research shows AI is boosting productivity with minimal job displacement"

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Navigating the future: essential AI governance strategies for boards

25 September 2024

Avoid an AI governance blind spot! Board members need to seriously consider artificial intelligence (AI) governance as AI becomes integral to business operations. Understanding its impact is key to fulfilling their duty of care, managing risks and guiding their organisations in using AI responsibly and ethically. As I took on more governance roles, I recognised … Continue reading "New research shows AI is boosting productivity with minimal job displacement"

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AI Governance: Strategies for success

19 September 2024

As AI continues to transform the way we work, learn and connect, strong AI governance is key to ensuring success. It helps organisations use AI responsibly, aligned with both their goals and ethical standards.  We’ve connected with industry leaders to explore practical strategies for success – covering everything from building solid frameworks to monitoring AI’s … Continue reading "New research shows AI is boosting productivity with minimal job displacement"

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AI Forum Executive Council Elections & Annual Meeting 2024

18 September 2024

Kia ora, The Artificial Intelligence Forum of New Zealand (AI Forum) Annual Meeting is coming soon, and this provides you and your organisation an opportunity to be involved in shaping the future direction of AI in Aotearoa! The AI Forum brings together New Zealand’s AI community to harness the power of AI to enable a … Continue reading "New research shows AI is boosting productivity with minimal job displacement"

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Shape the future of AI in Architecture, Engineering and Construction

05 September 2024

The AI Forum is delighted to announce the establishment of the Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC) Working Group.  The AEC sector is a vital part of New Zealand’s economy, contributing over $17.6 billion or 6.3% of GDP. However, like many industries, it faces challenges including productivity and preparing infrastructure for climate change. This is where … Continue reading "New research shows AI is boosting productivity with minimal job displacement"

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AI Hackathon 2024 regional winners | August Newsletter

21 August 2024

Congratulations to our AI Hackathon 2024 regional winners! Our four day festival featured 48 hour hackathons across multiple locations.

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Dunedin’s AI Hackathon revisited

20 August 2024

In preparation for the event, we reached out to local companies to secure mentors and expert speakers. We are extremely grateful for the enthusiasm and support we were met with. We learned a lot about the tech sector in Dunedin and were even invited to office tours of some of the companies.

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Hack mode: On.

20 August 2024

Last week I had the pleasure of hosting the Wellington chapter of the AI Forum of New Zealand's AI for the Environment Hackathon Festival. It's a tremendous event that brought together over 250 hackers across six locations.

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Unveiling the future

24 July 2024

Today, we’re delighted to announce the publication of our AI Blueprint for Aotearoa New Zealand. Special thanks to our dedicated working group, our Executive Council and Workshop contributors.

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New research shows AI is boosting productivity with minimal job displacement

The AI Forum of New Zealand is proud to present its inaugural biannual snapshot of artificial intelligence (AI) adoption across Aotearoa New Zealand. The survey, conducted in partnership with Te Herenga Waka Victoria University of Wellington and Callaghan Innovation, marks a significant milestone in understanding AI’s impact on workplaces throughout the country. “We’re excited to … Continue reading "New research shows AI is boosting productivity with minimal job displacement"
03 September 2024
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Join the AI in Education Community

Exciting news for educators interested in AI! Following a recommendation in the 'AI Blueprint for Aotearoa' report, Tim Gander and Brendon Shaw have launched a dynamic AI in Education Community of Practice (CoP).
20 August 2024
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Securing a successful AI-powered future

Warner Bros Discovery’s recent announcement scaling back operations in New Zealand’s free-to-air news sector, marks another blow to independent news sources.  This move underscores a broader trend of traditional media outlets grappling with the generational shift and rise of social platforms. It also raises a raft of questions – how can we be better placed … Continue reading "Securing a successful AI-powered future"
01 March 2024
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Three sectors can transform Auckland into a Global Tech Hub

A renewed focus on growing three technology sectors – CreativeTech, Fintech and HealthTech – could transform Auckland into a world-class tech hub over five years, says a new report by the Auckland Tech Council, a group of Auckland Business Chamber members from across the technology sector.
05 February 2024
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SupaHuman.ai Launches in New Zealand, Ushering a New Era in AI Solutions

January 8, 2024 SupaHuman.ai, a pioneering AI solutions provider, is set to revolutionise the Artificial Intelligencelandscape in New Zealand. The company, founded by industry stalwarts Dave Howden, Blair Woods,and Zane Hemmingsen Jensen, aims to unlock the full potential of AI for New Zealand businesses andgovernment agencies. Building upon their impressive history in creating boutique software … Continue reading "SupaHuman.ai Launches in New Zealand, Ushering a New Era in AI Solutions"
17 January 2024
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AI Governance Professional Training and Certification

Keen to learn how to develop, integrate and deploy responsible AI systems in line with emerging policy, laws and best practice? Launched to meet the growing global demand for professionals who understand AI governance, the IAPP’s AI Governance Professional Training and Certification provides a globally-recognised certification that demonstrates to employers and others that you understand … Continue reading "AI Governance Professional Training and Certification"
27 November 2023