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!
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Exciting news for educators interested in AI! Following a recommendation in the 'AI Blueprint for Aotearoa' report, Tim Gander and Brendon Shaw have launched a dynamic AI in Education Community of Practice (CoP). This vibrant group, with over 300 members, is already making waves in the educational
August 20, 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. The ent
August 20, 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. Participants were are asked to identify, design and invent a solution to
August 20, 2024
Earlier this year, Wellington was the epicentre of a global conversation about AI in the creative industries. The two day conference delved into the transformative role of AI in creativity and here are the highlights: Exploring cutting-edge technology Wētā FX’s Kimball Thurston showcased
August 7, 2024
Kia ora, 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. Both the Executive Council and workshop participants challenged us to set a new ambi
July 24, 2024
This month in our new AI leadership Q&A series we meet executive council member Anshuman Banjeree and discover what inspires him. Tell us a little bit about yourself? I grew up in India in the city of Kolkata. My education took me to different parts of the country and I have an undergrad
July 24, 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. “The AI Blueprint for Aotearoa sets ambitious goals, aiming to establish New Zeala
July 24, 2024
source: RNZ The organisers of a new survey on artificial intelligence in the workplace say they want to find out what's needed to help Aotearoa's companies adapt in the AI era, as well as measure its impact on productivity. AI Forum New Zealand was working with Victoria University and Ca
June 24, 2024
Preparations for this year’s AI Hackathon are well underway and our team is getting excited! The four day festival features 48 hour hackathons across multiple locations, with more being added each week. Why join our AI Hackathon? You’ll learn new skills, create connectio
June 18, 2024