AI is often considered to be a field rife with inequality It 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. ‘Inclusivity comes under two categories: Is it accessible and usable by everyone? And does it support those who are marginalised and discriminated against?’ – Matt Sinclair, IoT and AI Lead Australia, Microsoft. By tuning into this one-hour Tech Talks replay, you’ll be able to: hear from recognised experts as they present compelling arguments on whether AI i ..read more

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 impact. Living with a disability herself, she will deep dive into how creativity can be combined with technology to rebuild a diverse and inclusive society.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more: https://www.monash.edu/it/tech-talks ..read more

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 sciences, this event will give you deep insights into: what exactly XAI is and how we create and implement it how it works, with examples of real-life applications why we need XAI and how it’s impacting our everyday lives Its intersection with other disciplines. The panel: Andrew Patterson - Business champion, experienced speaker, MC and freelance busi ..read more

Sustainability through diverse perspectives Climate 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 Women’s Day, we are embracing the 2022 IWD theme to showcase the ways in which women around the world are designing, using or challenging technology to close the eco gender gap – and build a sustainable and equitable future for all. How are women greening the grid? In this Monash Tech Talks event, you’ll hear from a panel of leading specialists in compu ..read more

The new era of law enforcement Thanks 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’t miss this opportunity to discover how innovative technologies are being used in the field – and where it’s heading next. Explore how technology is championing justice In the first Monash Tech Talks event of 2022, you’ll hear from a panel of leading specialists in IT and law on: how authorities are using AI and other next-gen technologies ethical iss ..read more

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 robotic vacuum cleaners during the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic. Beneficial to a range of communities such as health professionals, this Monash Tech Talks event will give attendees a screening of the film before delving further into the topic during our webinar and Q&A. Featuring a diverse, globally-renowned panel, you’ll hear about: the priorities, needs and ..read more

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 evolving rapidly, and with it, the emergence of ‘super computers’ that possess incredible processing power. How do we protect ourselves in the face of this insurgence? In this Monash Tech Talks event titled "Quantum-safe cybersecurity: Tackling the ‘super’ hacker", our internationally-renowned cybersecurity specialists will explore how we can stay secure ..read more

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 create a fairer, more inclusive world. In this Monash Tech Talks event titled "Beyond braille: Inclusive tech for a fairer world", we’ve invited a panel of specialists to share with you: insights into the modern-day needs of people living with disabilities the current and emerging scope of assistive technologies innovative project examples, such as 3D-printe ..read more

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, we need to ask ourselves three important questions: Where does this put humans? What is the impact on the traditional jobs we’ve come to pursue? Is a future with robots really a cause for concern? In this Monash Tech Talks event, leading experts in AI, optimisation, robotics and machine learning will help you separate fact from fiction by delving dee ..read more

‘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. This begs a few important questions: Where do we draw the line? What are the consequences? And are healthcare providers today equipped to effectively share data? The panel: Rachel Pannett - Journalist, The Washington Post Professor Chris Bain - Theme Lead, Digital Health Adjunct Associate Professor Naomi Dobroff - Chief Nursing and Midwifery Informati ..read more