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VicAI offers student perspectives and expert commentary on artificial intelligence in Aotearoa. We work with journalists, researchers, and policymakers.
Additional spokespeople available on request for specific topics.
Student perspectives on AI that matter
Our members include computer science, law, commerce, and arts students — offering interdisciplinary perspectives that go beyond the technical. We can provide commentary, interviews, and panel participants on the following topics.
AI Safety & Alignment
Risks and safeguards in frontier AI systems. Our Safety & Governance team actively researches responsible AI development.
Large Language Models
How LLMs work, their capabilities and limitations, and their impact on education, work, and creative industries in New Zealand.
AI Ethics & Governance
Ethical frameworks for AI deployment, bias in algorithms, and the role of regulation in shaping responsible AI use in Aotearoa.
Maori Data Sovereignty
Indigenous perspectives on data governance, AI development through a Te Tiriti lens, and culturally informed technology practices.
AI in NZ Industry
How Wellington and New Zealand businesses are adopting AI, from public sector innovation to the local tech startup ecosystem.
Student Tech Careers
The student experience of entering the AI workforce, skills gaps, university AI education, and career pathways in Aotearoa.
Latest announcements
VicAI Launches 2026 Programme with Record Membership
Victoria Artificial Intelligence Society opens the academic year with over 200 registered members and an expanded calendar of talks, workshops, and hackathons across Trimester 1.
announcementVicAI Partners with Anthropic for AI Safety Workshop Series
New partnership brings AI safety research expertise to Wellington students through a series of hands-on workshops at Kelburn Campus, beginning March 2026.
partnershipVicAI Hackathon 2025 Winners Announced
Three student teams recognised for innovative AI solutions addressing public sector challenges in Aotearoa New Zealand. Over 80 participants competed across 24 hours.
eventVicAI Submits to Government Consultation on AI Regulation
Student-led submission to the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment draws on perspectives from computer science, law, and te ao Maori.
announcementVicAI and Xero Co-Host Industry Night on AI in Finance
Wellington's tech community gathered at Kelburn Campus for a panel discussion on machine learning applications in financial technology, featuring Xero engineers and VUW researchers.
eventFor full press releases or additional information, contact contact@vicai.org.nz
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