Programme

Wednesday 11 September

MORNING

08:50 Mihi whakatau

09:00 Opening from AI Forum  

09.10 Opening from MC 

09:20 International Keynote : What is happening in Europe ?

  • Exploring the latest regulatory developments in Europe, including the EU's AI Act and its impact on businesses and innovation

  • Discuss efforts to establish ethical guidelines for AI deployment in Europe, focusing on fairness, transparency, and accountability in AI systems

  • Emphasising successful startups, venture capital investments, and accelerators fueling innovation in the region

09:40 Ministerial Address

10:00 Keynote

10:20 Panel Discussion : Blueprinting New Zealand’s AI Future

  • Discussing government-led AI strategies and policies aimed at fostering innovation, research, and adoption within New Zealand's unique socio-economic landscape

  • Explore partnerships between government, industry, and academia to develop a cohesive AI ecosystem, fostering collaboration, knowledge sharing, and skill development

  • Addressing the importance of incorporating ethical considerations into New Zealand's AI strategy, emphasising principles such as fairness, transparency, and accountability to build trust and mitigate risks

  • Highlighting the importance of investing in AI education and workforce development programs to ensure New Zealand has the talent and expertise needed to drive AI innovation and competitiveness

10:40 Morning Break 

11.10 Fireside Chat: Generative AI

11.30 Panel discussion: Discussing performance in New Zealand’s innovation

  • Highlighting the advancements and applications of generative AI technologies developed in New Zealand can showcase the country's expertise in this field

  • Highlighting successful collaborations and interdisciplinary approaches can illustrate how New Zealand leverages collective expertise to advance generative AI technologies

  • Discuss the support infrastructure available for entrepreneurs and startups working in generative AI within New Zealand

  • Highlighting initiatives aimed at addressing these concerns, such as ethical guidelines or regulatory frameworks, can demonstrate New Zealand's commitment to responsible innovation in AI

11:50 Insight from the workshops


12:30 Lunch

Wednesday 11 September

AFTERNOON

13:30 AI EnviroHack: finalist pitching session and 2024 awards

Our AI EnviroHack is focused on delivering real life examples to help build a coherent environmental data ecosystem including:

  • Deploying AI alongside other new technologies to enhance environmental data collection

  • Developing a national environmental open data framework.

  • Considering where and how mātauranga Māori may be incorporated within Government AI systems.

  • Coordinating the development of standards and best practices for environmental data management.

Meet our four regional team winners who join our AI EnviroHack pitching session as finalists.

14:00 Roundtables

Choose the topics that interest you the most with these facilitated roundtables. Connect with experts and peers on core AI topics and extend your learning opportunities. 

14:50 Afternoon Break 

15:20 Case Study Stuff : AI Strategy in Aotearoa to generate news

15:40 When the culture meets innovation 

  • Exploring how Māori culture influences and enriches creative expressions, shedding light on unique perspectives and values

  • Discussing traditional Māori art forms and storytelling techniques, showcasing their relevance and impact on contemporary creative practices

  • Highlight examples of how Māori cultural heritage inspires innovation and creativity in various fields, from art and design to technology and entrepreneurship

  • Exploring opportunities for collaboration and exchange between Māori creatives and the broader global creative community, fostering mutual learning and cultural enrichment

16.00 How did AI change the world of Gamers? 

  • Personalising experiences, adapting gameplay to individual preferences, and creating immersive environments that evolve based on player interactions

  • Looking at the way AI enhance the overall gaming experience 

  • Discussing AI analytics analyse player data to optimise game design, balance difficulty levels, and tailor content, enabling developers to create more engaging and responsive gaming experiences

16:10 Panel Discussion: What is next ?

16:50 Closing remarks & Networking Drinks

This programme is an outline only and is subject to change.