25 August 2022
These hackathons are seeking to bring to life practical examples of some key recommendations from our AI for Environment Report published in May. And it’s not just for technologists, - we are looking for people with a passion to save the planet (all of it - including your backyard). There are still limited places, so see the events listed below and get involved.
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24 August 2022
The gender gap in the artificial intelligence sector (AI) risks perpetuating vastly inequitable outcomes for women in an age where digitalisation offers real economic advantage. The gender gap in AI is caused by the exclusion of women at every stage of the AI lifecycle, the tech powering our digital transformation. The issue will be a … Continue reading "Soul Machines Announces New Entertainment Division"
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30 June 2022
Meet Megan, the inspirational Chair of our Executive Council, leading digital inclusion at ANZ
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18 May 2022
Learn how AI can be used as a tool for positive environmental outcomes. Discover the opportunities and explore the possibilities.
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Partners with Nicklaus Companies to launch inaugural Digital Twin of Jack Nicklaus to engage with fans and brands to bring interactive sporting and entertainment experiences online SAN FRANCISCO, CA. – June 7, 2022 – Soul Machines, the groundbreaking company pioneering the creation of
June 8, 2022
How can AI boost Aotearoa New Zealand’s biodiversity and help in the fight against climate change? How can it support environmental sustainability? What is the current state of environmental AI in Aotearoa? The AI Forum Te Kāhui Atamai Iahiko o Aotearoa’s new research report, AI fo
May 18, 2022
Tēnā tātou katoa, The last few months has seen a period of change for AIFNZ as we sadly farewell Emma Naji. I would like to acknowledge the inspirational leadership Emma brought as Executive Director, she advocated for Women in AI and built strong foundations for our strategy work to continue
May 10, 2022
It is no longer enough to leave the impacts climate change and declining biodiversity to chance, AI Forum NZ executive director Madeline Newman says. The cost of inaction is rising exponentially and AI can help uncover hidden patterns that may help us answer some of our biggest challen
May 3, 2022
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