03 September 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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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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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!
Read MoreTime to Embrace Technology: New Zealand has too little technological change and adoption. In its first draft report, New Zealand, technology and productivity, the New Zealand Productivity Commission explores the impact of technology on jobs. It builds on research and modelling from academi
September 12, 2019
In case you missed it(!), last week the AI Forum released our latest research report Towards Our Intelligent Future - an AI Roadmap For New Zealand. The report focuses on how AI can be used to help achieve New Zealand’s existing wellbeing, sustainability and economic goals -
September 10, 2019
A significant national research study on Artificial Intelligence in New Zealand is painting a picture of the enormous prospects for the country from the use of AI, while also facing huge investment, talent and data challenges. The research by the AI Forum, entitled ‘Towards Our Intelligent Fut
September 10, 2019
Last week, the AI Forum presented to the Economic Development, Science and Innovation Select Committee in Wellington. Otago University's James MacLaurin opened proceedings. The AI Forum was represented by Ben Reid Isuru Fernando (IBM) and Rachael Milicich (Statistics New Zealand).
September 3, 2019
New research published today by the Artificial Intelligence Forum of New Zealand (AI Forum) is calling for urgent action to progress the use of AI to address some of New Zealand’s most pressing social, environmental and economic challenges, and not wait for a formal Government led national strate
September 3, 2019
[Ben Reid is away this week, so Emma Naji, CEO of Wellington-based AI Advisory, has kindly stepped up to guest edit our newsletter. Thanks Emma!] Kia ora Readers Recently I had the opportunity to take part in a discussion with school students at the screening of "More Human than
August 20, 2019
In the first episode of our new podcast series, the AI Forum’s Ben Reid discusses the AI Opportunity for New Zealand with Professor Michael Witbrock, an AI Veteran recently returned to New Zealand. Michael is in charge of building the new Broad AI Lab at University of Auckland.
August 19, 2019
What does it mean to live in the age of intelligent machines? Recently, Doc Edge Schools, (a division of the Doc Edge Documentary Film Festival) screened More Human Than Human, a documentary that explores the rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in modern society. In the film, Tommy Pallot
August 19, 2019
Kia Ora Readers Wow, this has been a busy few weeks in AI! Boosting AI Adoption in Aotearoa We had some lively discussions at our two recent panel events in Auckland and Wellington exploring AI Adoption in Aotearoa - check out the details here. Many thanks to all our panelists&
August 7, 2019