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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24 February 2025
Ready to become an AI governance leader? As organisations navigate AI risks, regulations and trust issues, the need for qualified AI governance professionals has never been more critical.
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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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28 November 2024
Artificial intelligence and machine learning are potentially the most transformational technologies of our time. Recent advances in generative AI have provided the world with a glimpse of the new opportunities AI will create, but the full potential of the technology has yet to be unlocked. Over the past 30 years per capita incomes in NZ … Continue reading "Soul Machines raises US$70M"
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11 November 2024
The AI Forum, in partnership with Callaghan Innovation and Te Herenga Waka Victoria University of Wellington, is advancing its research into the impact of AI on productivity in Aotearoa New Zealand. “Our second survey is now live and we’re inviting New Zealanders to share their experiences and tell us how they are using AI right … Continue reading "Soul Machines raises US$70M"
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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 "Soul Machines raises US$70M"
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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 "Soul Machines raises US$70M"
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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 "Soul Machines raises US$70M"
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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 "Soul Machines raises US$70M"
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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 "Soul Machines raises US$70M"
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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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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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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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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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24 July 2024
This month in our new AI leadership Q&A series we meet executive council member Anshuman Banjeree and discover what inspires him.
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24 July 2024
The AI Forum of New Zealand proudly announces the publication of the AI Blueprint for Aotearoa New Zealand. It proposes leveraging existing industry initiatives to help drive results and achieve a shared vision.
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17 June 2024
Everyone talks about the impact artificial intelligence is having in the workplace, but no one has been able to accurately measure this. That’s about to change, as AI Forum NZ partners with Te Herenga Waka Victoria University of Wellington and Callaghan Innovation to launch the first of a series of quarterly surveys to measure AI’s impact.
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SOUL MACHINES RAISES US$70M SERIES B1 TO ADVANCE THE WAY DIGITAL PEOPLE DELIVER INTERACTIVE EXPERIENCES IN THE METAVERSE Round Led by Softbank Vision Fund 2 with Participation from Cleveland Avenue, Liberty City Ventures and Solasta Ventures SAN FRANCISCO -- February 14, 2022 -- Soul Ma
February 17, 2022
The Artificial Intelligence Forum of New Zealand (AI Forum) thanks the Governance and Administration Committee for the opportunity to submit on the Data and Statistics Bill. The AI Forum NZ would be happy to speak to the Select committee about our submission. View now
December 21, 2021
Last week we took the opportunity to provide a submission on behalf of the AI Forum to the government’s Digital Strategy for Aotearoa discussion document. We supported the intention of developing a digital strategy for Aotearoa and noted the importance that artificial intelligence should play
November 24, 2021
The State of Artificial Intelligence in New Zealand Report: Stark divide in AI use and risk of Kiwi organisations being left behind Today, a new inaugural report was released by New Zealand’s largest data specialist business, Qrious. The report titled “State of AI in New Zealand” provides
October 20, 2021
E tūtaki ana ngā kapua o te rangi, kei runga te Mangōroa e kōpae pū ana || The clouds in the sky gather but above them extends the Milky Way.This Māori proverb speaks to the wonder of what lies beyond. Similarly, our ability to harness the true problem-solving power of AI lies in our imaginat
October 6, 2021
Mai nga Kuri a Whārei ki TihirauMai Wairakei ki te KaukauroaMai Maketu ki TongariroKo Megan Tapsell ahauNau mai and welcome to our AI Forum Aotearoa newsletter. I am Megan Tapsell, the Chair of AI Forum Aotearoa and whilst Emma Naji our Executive Director temporarily steps back for personal
September 9, 2021
For the first time, the State of AI in New Zealand report establishes a benchmark for ‘AI Maturity’ within Kiwi organisations and exposes the differences that separate organisations enjoying the benefits of artificial intelligence (AI) from those lagging behind. The report is based on fin
September 9, 2021
The AI Forum plans to publish a report on the current and potential uses of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies for understanding the health of the environment and its component systems within Aotearoa. AI has incredible potential to help us understand and conserve our natural environmen
July 30, 2021
For the last two years, the New Zealand government has been the co-sponsor for a Artificial Intelligence project with the World Economic Forum’s Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution on how government and society can come together to address the challenge of regulating AI. A key part
July 21, 2021