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Great @asianewzealand nextgen track II roundtable with up and coming scholars and experts from across the region, held in Kuala Lumpur this afternoon. This evening we move on to @ISIS_MY 37th Asia Pacific Roundtable
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Don't miss our webinar about AI and regulation, starting in 30 mins! Sign-up below to get the Zoom link ⬇️
What could effective AI regulation look like for NZ? Don't miss our webinar on April 9 exploring global AI policy trends & potential regulatory pathways for NZ, led by director @Tom_Bcgh. Reserve your spot: lu.ma/ai-reg
What could effective AI regulation look like for NZ? Don't miss our webinar on April 9 exploring global AI policy trends & potential regulatory pathways for NZ, led by director @Tom_Bcgh. Reserve your spot: lu.ma/ai-reg
Are you a decision-maker navigating AI in the workplace? Join our FREE webinar and Q&A on March 20, 11am NZT.
Our AI Lead Allyn Robins will demystify AI, provide actionable insights for your org + answer any queries you have. Register now: lu.ma/0vhvjtci
We’re very excited to share the Transparency Initiatives Portal from the Action Coalition on Meaningful Transparency! To learn more, check out the editorial in @techpolicypress and join us for a launch event on 7/8 March - link here lu.ma/transparency
The Transparency Initiatives Portal is now live at portal.meaningfultransparenc… ! It’s a streamlined, user-friendly community resource designed to help you navigate the complex tech transparency ecosystem. For more context, see this piece on @techpolicypress techpolicy.press/building-co…
The New Zealand Minister for Science and Technology has ruled out any additional legislation for responding to AI in New Zealand in the near future.
Read the article below and check out the Brainbox Institute NZ AI Policy Tracker on our website.
nzherald.co.nz/business/surv…
Access the Brainbox Institute NZ AI Policy Tracker here:
brainbox.institute/post/the-…
NZ news bosses warned yesterday their industry will soon be at risk of extinction, which would undoubtedly have a huge impact on democracy.
But as @ximenachristine argues, The Fair News Digital Bargaining Bill may not be the right solution: brainbox.institute/post/will…
Introducing the NZ AI Policy Tracker, a new tool that centralises New Zealand’s disparate AI regulatory environment and provides a one-stop spot for engaging with relevant materials.
Check it out + let us know what you think: brainbox.institute/post/the-…
Brainbox AI Lead Allyn Robins discussed facial recognition technology on RNZ's The Panel yesterday, shedding light on its workings amid the Foodstuffs trial of the tech in supermarkets. Take a listen below: rnz.co.nz/national/programme…
Could Taylor Swift be the catalyst for AI regulation?
Brainbox Institute's AI Lead Allyn Robins delves into this important topic on RNZ Nights with @emiledonovan. Listen here: rnz.co.nz/national/programme…
In Dec 2023, we released a discussion paper reviewing literature on how to do media literacy effectively, in ways that foster and support a diversity of views and opinions. You can access that report and a recording of our panel launching the report here: bit.ly/3O53zE4
we’re cautious about the chilling effect of this offence, especially given the low likelihood that any prosecution will be pursued, or that any conviction will result. For more, you can find our submission here: bit.ly/4907sSR
Or you can read the final report of the Independent Electoral Review here: electoralreview.govt.nz/asse…
The panel largely endorsed an education-based approach to disinfo, emphasising the importance of civics + citizenship education across all parts of our society. It also recommended developing funding models that empower community-led education + participation initiatives.
🧵 Disinformation is a notable topic in the recently released report from the New Zealand Independent Electoral Review. In our submission, we called for caution, and we’re encouraged to see the panel has taken a similar approach.
The era of the the unreal image is well and truly upon us. However, Brainbox AI Lead Allyn Robins argues that this isn't necessarily a negative development – and that effective navigation is within reach. Read his latest for @businessdesk_nz: businessdesk.co.nz/article/o…
