30 October 2025
In the July-August digest, we share highlights from our working group, along with relevant events or learning opportunities, and curated resources — all aimed at keeping our community connected and informed on the evolving landscape of AI governance in Aotearoa New Zealand.
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17 September 2025
Our Executive Council is committed to building on our success, setting the strategic direction of the AI Forum and providing Board oversight for its activities. This is your opportunity to join.
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In the July-August digest, we share highlights from our working group, along with relevant events or learning opportunities, and curated resources — all aimed at keeping our community connected and informed on the evolving landscape of AI governance in Aotearoa New Zealand.
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03 March 2025
The University of Auckland has launched a significant project examining AI's role in urban planning across New Zealand's major cities. As government agencies increasingly deploy AI systems, this research addresses critical questions about risks, safety and governance.
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25 February 2025
Is 2025 the year of the AI agent, or will their rise be just another milestone in AI’s evolution? The fast pace of innovation makes predictions risky, but one thing is clear: as AI agents move from experimental tech to practical business tools, their impact will be undeniable.
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12 December 2024
As another busy year for the Forum draws to a close, I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to everyone who has contributed to our efforts. This year’s many successes are a true reflection of your dedication and hard work - thank you!
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This article explores how New Zealand AI and technology companies, looking offshore for growth, are preparing to scale globally, balancing innovation with evolving international regulatory requirements. For AI and tech firms, this opportunity is amplified by the inherently borderless nature of digi
December 18, 2025
We're thrilled to share that five innovative AI research concepts have been shortlisted to establish New Zealand's first national platform for artificial intelligence research. The platform, backed by the newly established Institute for Advanced Technology with up to $70 million over seven year
December 18, 2025
What a year! As we head into the festive season, we’re still running at full noise, with planning for 2026 well underway. Thank you to all of our 200+ contributors this year - your work is emphatically making a big difference! ..and an extra big thank you to our Executive Cou
December 16, 2025
Kia ora, Applications are now open for the NZIAT Artificial Intelligence Research Platform — a landmark Government investment of up to $70 million over seven years to accelerate world-class AI research and commercialisation in Aotearoa New Zealand. This funding backs bold, collaborative pro
November 4, 2025
Kia ora and welcome to the September-October edition of our AI Governance Working Group (AIGWG) Digest! Over the past two months, the pace of conversations and collaboration in AI governance has continued to grow both within our working group and across the wider AI ecosystem in Aotearoa New Zealan
October 30, 2025
Artificial intelligence has been put to good use by New Zealand organisations for decades in everything from customer service platforms to scientific research. But recent advances in the field of AI, particularly the availability of sophisticated large language models which underpin services lik
October 21, 2025
With the AWS NZ Region now live, NEXTGEN and AWS are helping businesses of all sizes make the most of it. Together, they've hand-picked specialist partners across core capabilities NZ businesses need. Here's who they are and how they're already delivering results. The new AWS Asia Pacific
October 14, 2025
New Zealand is about to take a major step forward in AI. In September, Minister Dr Shane Reti announced the launch of the NZIAT Artificial Intelligence Research Platform – a Government investment of up to $70 million over seven years to support world-class AI researc
October 13, 2025
Auckland-based consultancy ElementX is applying the AI Forum’s AI Principles to building intelligent chatbots and digital humans for its customers The pivotal moment for ElementX (formerly Spark 64) in its use of artificial intelligence came in 2017 - seemingly an age ago given the recent rapi
October 13, 2025