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 "AI’s role in the Maukahuka project"
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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 "AI’s role in the Maukahuka project"
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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 "AI’s role in the Maukahuka project"
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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 "AI’s role in the Maukahuka project"
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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 "AI’s role in the Maukahuka project"
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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 "AI’s role in the Maukahuka project"
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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 "AI’s role in the Maukahuka project"
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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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The ability to review imagery for a large scale camera grid is essential for the feasibility of eradicating cats as part of the Maukahuka Pest Free Auckland Island project. The Department of Conservation has analysed the AI and machine learning market in relation to trail camera footage review.&
July 23, 2020
Kia ora, It is important to help show how AI can be a friend, rather than foe. Storytelling is vital to share AI’s potential to change the way we care for fellow humans, reduce harm and increase success across many parameters. A recent example of AI’s power to provide previously imp
June 23, 2020
When I speak with my family in the United Kingdom, I feel very fortunate to have experienced such a life changing pandemic from a country so willing to take decisive action and reduce potential harm. Now is the time to take a serious look at the silver linings of this experience and recognise
May 26, 2020
Kia ora, Amidst the current pandemic, countries around the globe have scrambled to action with hopeful and inventive AI tools. Some of these tools can not only diagnose faster, cheaper and more accurately, but help us cope with the wide ranging ramifications. Locally, I have heard fr
April 9, 2020
The AI Forum of New Zealand today published a set of guiding principles to help build public trust in the development and use of artificial intelligence (AI) across New Zealand. Forum executive director Emma Naji says the principles provide overarching high-level guidance for anyone involved in
March 4, 2020
The AI Forum of New Zealand today came out in support of the government taking digital understanding to the next level with the announcement of the new Digital Council. “We are thrilled that included in the council line up is one of our executive members, Rachel Kelly,” Forum executive
February 28, 2020
How can artificial intelligence be used to protect and promote New Zealand’s environment and ecology? The Artificial Intelligence Forum of New Zealand (AIFNZ) and Wildlife.ai are seeking early interest in the research and creation of a sector specific report exploring “AI for ecological well
February 18, 2020
I am not alone in feeling somewhat unloved when it comes around to Valentine’s Day because AI hasn’t found its way into everyone's hearts. Artificial Intelligence is so often misunderstood, neglected, sensationalised and stereotyped. When and how will AI find love and adoration from New Ze
February 14, 2020
Kia ora readers, Congratulations to Megan Tapsell and Louise Taylor for being elected and appointed as our new Chair and Deputy Chair; I am elated with this partnership. We also welcome new members to our Executive Council Frith Tweedie, Eduard Liebenberger a
December 17, 2019