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 "Advancing our AI ambitions!"
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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 "Advancing our AI ambitions!"
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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 "Advancing our AI ambitions!"
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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 "Advancing our AI ambitions!"
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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 "Advancing our AI ambitions!"
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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 "Advancing our AI ambitions!"
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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 "Advancing our AI ambitions!"
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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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This week we’re in Melbourne at the 2024 AI Leadership Summit. It’s organised by the Committee for Economic Development of Australia (CEDA) in collaboration with the National AI Centre. We’ll be discussing AI aspirations, leadership governance and regulation, the evolution of work, and e
October 22, 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 A
September 26, 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 responsi
September 25, 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
September 19, 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
September 18, 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 inclu
September 5, 2024
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 i
September 3, 2024
Congratulations to our AI Hackathon 2024 regional winners! Our four day festival featured 48 hour hackathons across multiple locations. Thanks to everyone who was involved across the country at these energising and impactful events. Read more about the inspired challenges in Dunedin&
August 21, 2024
Keen to learn how to develop, deploy and use AI systems responsibly and in line with emerging policy, laws and best practice? Then you may be interested in Simply Privacy’s next AI Governance Professional course in September. Developed by the International Association of Privacy Professi
August 20, 2024