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‘AI is the technology of the century’: AIML director and other experts extol AI’s virtues and discuss risks at Gillard Public Lecture

Dana Rawls — October 30 2024

This week, a packed Bonython Hall at the ��˴�Ƭ was host to the latest Julia Gillard annual public lecture. The lecture series, named after The Hon. Julia Gillard, a ��˴�Ƭ Visiting Honorary Professor as well as Australia’s 27^th and only woman prime minister, has become an opportunity to discuss many of Australia's most pressing concerns.

AIML members and AI shine in 2024 Research Showcase

Dana Rawls — October 18 2024

What happens when you put over 130 artificial intelligence (AI) practitioners, researchers, industry professionals, and enthusiasts in a stunning location to discuss previous developments and upcoming trends in AI?

AIML and CommBank join forces to establish new centre for foundational artificial intelligence

Dana Rawls — September 20 2024

This week, the ��˴�Ƭ and Commonwealth Bank announced a landmark five-year partnership to establish the co-branded CommBank Centre for Foundational AI Research at Lot Fourteen. This collaboration embodies a shared vision between industry and academia, driving critical advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) that will elevate research and educational outputs at the University’s Australian Institute for Machine Learning (AIML).

‘A new way of ‘doing space:’ AIML-supported Space MAITRI mission part of historic launch agreement

Dana Rawls — September 19 2024

Earlier this year, Space Machines Company, an Australian-Indian in-space servicing firm, signed a landmark Launch Service Agreement with NewSpace India Limited (NSIL), the commercial arm of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO).

AIML members and health experts use AI to increase speed of endometriosis diagnosis

Dana Rawls — September 16 2024

Endometriosis is a condition where tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside of the uterus causing severe pain in the pelvis and potentially affecting fertility.

AIML collaboration with Nova Systems tackles AI skills gap

Dana Rawls — July 30 2024

A recent study from Amazon found that 90 per cent of Australian employers believe their organisations will use AI-related solutions by 2028, and 77 per cent of Australian workers want to upskill in AI to support their career advancement. While both employers and employees are enthusiastic about embracing AI, there’s a looming AI skills gap impacting both technical and non-technical workers that must be overcome if Australia is to build an AI-ready workforce.

‘AI is the technology of our time’ - AIML Professor testifies on AI’s global impact and why Australia needs to get on board

Dana Rawls — July 18 2024

��˴�Ƭ professor and AIML Chief Scientist Anton van den Hengel testified Tuesday, 16 July before the Senate Select Committee on Adopting Artificial Intelligence (AI) on AI’s far-reaching and enormous impact.

AIML professor convenes world-class thinkers to bring AI to new heights

Dana Rawls — July 16 2024

The space sector is experiencing significant growth, both in Australia and globally. An April 2024 McKinsey and Company report estimates that the global space economy will be worth $1.8 trillion by 2035 (accounting for inflation), up from $630 billion in 2023.

AIML's commitment to excellence and inclusion

Dana Rawls — June 17 2024

AIML's Charter and Gender equity, diversity, and inclusion (GEDI) policy work as part of a larger AIML initiative to foster an inclusive working environment where excellence is encouraged and everyone is respected, heard, valued, and supported.

'If we don’t lead this effort, someone else will' - SA Premier announces additional AI funding

Dana Rawls — May 10 2024

South Australian Premier announces additional funding for AI research, the Australian Institute for Machine Learning (AIML)