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AI is often considered to be a field rife with inequalityIt lacks measures for social, gender and cultural inclusion. And the machine learning, software and algorithms that underpin AI are widely critiqued for reinforcing harmful biases.‘Inclus
We’re delighted to bring you an insightful talk from UX Designer and social advocate Melanie Tran for our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Week Monash Tech Talks special. Melanie specialises in uniting the worlds of business, design and social i
What makes AI trustworthy?‘Explainable AI’ (XAI). It’s a term we’re hearing more and more these days. But what does it mean? And more importantly – why does it matter?Gathering high-profile experts across IT, cognitive science and the social sc
Sustainability through diverse perspectivesClimate change is more than just an environmental issue. It’s a social justice issue too. That’s why the UN lists gender equality as one of its 17 Sustainable Development Goals.For this International W
The new era of law enforcementThanks to its ability to identify, forecast and act autonomously, artificial intelligence has transformed crime prevention. From face detection to predictive policing, what was impossible is now commonplace. So don
Directed by Professor Sarah Pink from the Emerging Technologies Research Lab, ‘Smart Homes for Seniors' shares the joys, frustrations and wisdom of Australian seniors as they learned to live with digital voice assistants, smart lights and robot
Our world is more connected than ever before – and strongly governed by the data economy. With the possibility of someone across the globe hacking into your most valuable information at any time, cybersecurity is paramount. But technology is ev
Braille mechanisms have come to be recognised as the face of assistive technologies. With new discoveries being made every day, and IT advancing faster than ever before, now is the opportune time to leverage the potential of technology to creat
Humans and robots – harmony or war?Looking at today’s robots, it can be hard to believe those who say they’ll one day displace us across a range of industries. But as artificial intelligence becomes smarter, and technology continues to advance,
‘Data’ - what comes to mind first? For many, it’s privacy.This is especially true in healthcare, where patients will often reveal their most sensitive details. But providing the right information could mean the difference between life and death
Dramatically changing the way we live, work and learn, AI and data science are paving the way to a new world – and creating countless career opportunities at the same time.During this Monash Tech Talks event, you’ll hear from industry professio
Multimodal AI is bridging the gap between human and computer intelligence. The future of technology, it’s enabling machines to combine various data types – such as images, text, speech and numbers – to achieve a richer, more holistic way of thi
IT is a wonderfully diverse field that leads to a variety of futures, each unique – but all rewarding. However for many women, seeing through the haze of stereotypes, gender ‘norms’ and bias to shape their own journeys can be difficult.In celeb
Who needs a wife?Dinner to cook. Homework to supervise. Laundry to wash. Dishes to clean. Floors to vacuum. Bedtime stories to tell.Competing work-family commitments have led to what Annabel Crabb calls ‘The Wife Drought’. A need for someone, o
A new, more elusive type of crimeFrom 5G computing and 3D printing to augmented reality and blockchain, the twenty-first century has seen incredible technological innovations that are advancing society. But not everyone uses IT for social good.
How can a crisis ignite innovation?Thrusting nations across the globe into danger and uncertainty, COVID-19 has been a true test of collective resilience. In response to the pandemic, world leaders have been forced to think quick and act fast.
Artificial intelligence (AI) has become incredibly smart. It can translate languages, recognise emotions, drive vehicles and even create its own software.But as two seemingly opposing forces, what is the relationship between AI and creativity?
The advent of the COVID-19 situation has made the world hungry for information.How many coronavirus cases are there in the world? Where are outbreaks most severe? What are the chances of recovery? This Tech Talks webinar ‘Power in a pandemic: t
Modern life has been described as consisting of three main places. The first is our home, the second is our workplace and the third are areas we go to socialise, have fun and share experiences with others. But now that list has shrunk. As we en
Without question, digital technologies are helping to break new frontiers in healthcare.From greater patient-centred practices and access to medical services to stronger data protection, ‘digital health’ innovations have advanced the sector in
In the COVID-19 crisis, we’re witnessing mass disruptions to businesses which are having a severe impact on the global economy. This ultimately is taking a huge toll on people’s financial, emotional and physical wellbeing.The current situation
Late last year, we held ‘Is AI Inclusive? The Great Debate’ – a Tech Talks event hosted by pioneering Australian comedian Rod Quantock. A panel of leading IT academics and industry thinkers put forward arguments about inclusivity and AI, and sh
Technology is transforming traditional roles, shaping the jobs of the future and giving organisations the power to transcend greater barriers – and open new doors. Never before has automation been more prevalent and the world more connected.As
How can you leverage blockchain commercially, for maximum impact?Join us for this 60-minute podcast where you will:Learn the basics of blockchainHear innovations in blockchain and explore the future of blockchainLearn about leveraging blockchai
A powerful tool for social justice, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is already being used to improve lives around the world. It’s helping to reduce homelessness, criminal activity, substance abuse, military suicides, infectious diseases, poaching
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