AI+Us Alliance 2026: University of Glasgow - RAi UK

⌖ Glasgow · City of Glasgow College, City Campus

Hosted by Ada Scotland Festival

Explore AI, cyber security and digital careers through hands-on challenges and industry insight in Glasgow on 28 October 2026. Future Females in Tech offers an interactive introduction to emerging technology, combining professional perspectives with practical, team-based activities. Presented by the Ada Scotland Festival with City of Glasgow College and Stellar Omada, the afternoon is designed to help the next generation of female digital talent understand both the opportunities and realities of working in technology. The free, three-hour event takes place from 1pm to 4pm on Wednesday 28 October 2026 at City of Glasgow College’s City Campus in Glasgow, in Lecture Theatre C.01.017. What to expect The programme blends discussion, networking and immersive problem-solving: - Women in Tech Panel and Q&A: Hear women working across technology, digital and cyber-related roles discuss their career journeys, achievements, challenges and advice for entering the sector. - AI Escape Challenge: Work with a team to distinguish AI fact from fiction, recognise algorithmic bias and consider the responsible use of artificial intelligence in real-world situations. - Networking break: Meet speakers, industry professionals and other participants over refreshments. - Cyber Escape Room: Delivered through Stellar Omada’s Stellar Elevate programme, this realistic cyber-threat exercise asks teams to identify vulnerabilities, analyse risks and respond as digital challenges evolve. - Wrap-up discussion: Review the afternoon’s lessons and explore routes into further study and careers in computing, cyber security and digital technologies. Rather than focusing only on presentations, the event develops digital resilience, critical thinking, teamwork and cyber awareness through active participation. Attendees will also learn about college, university and industry pathways across Scotland’s technology sector. Who should attend? This event is for people who are female or identify as female, particularly:… Register for this event

Sponsors: Stellar Omada

⌖ Glasgow · Waracle

Hosted by GlasgowJS JavaScript

Learn what happens after you build an app at GlasgowJS’s November meetup, featuring practical talks on app publishing, marketing, recruitment and AI. Taking place on Tuesday 10 November 2026, from 6:30pm to 8:30pm GMT, this Glasgow JavaScript meetup features two sessions: - “Getting started is the easy part”, Frances Maxwell shares insights into publishing and marketing apps. Frances previously spoke at GlasgowJS about building a React Native app in 15 minutes. - Tech recruitment and AI, a lightning talk from Claudia Wilson of Waracle. The event is aimed at people interested in JavaScript, web development and software development. No specific experience level is stated, and the organisers have not published a more detailed agenda. The listing names Waracle, 4, 40 Love Loan, Frederick Street, Glasgow as the venue. However, the event description also says GlasgowJS is looking for a venue and sponsor for this meetup, so attendees should check the booking page for any location updates. GlasgowJS is also inviting speakers and volunteers for future events through its speaking and volunteering form. You can connect with the community through Discord or support the meetup’s running costs on Patreon. Register for the GlasgowJS November meetup

⌖ Glasgow · Technology and Innovation Centre (TIC) Conference, Meetings & Events - University of Strathclyde

Hosted by NeuraSearch Laboratory

Explore how AI is reshaping information overload at a one-day research workshop in Glasgow on 3 December 2026. Hosted by the University of Strathclyde and co-organised with the universities of Wolverhampton and Southampton, this in-person workshop will share findings from OMINO, Overcoming Multilevel INformation Overload, a four-year interdisciplinary research project. Attendees will examine how information overload can be measured, modelled and mitigated as AI changes how information is created, discovered, filtered, interpreted and shared. What to expect The programme is expected to feature: - A keynote and research presentations from OMINO researchers - Work spanning AI, information retrieval, recommendation, social science, neuroscience, journalism, data mining and complexity science - Cross-disciplinary discussion and informal networking - A closing brainstorming session on emerging challenges, future research and continued collaboration The workshop is designed for researchers, PhD students, academics and industry practitioners interested in areas including human-centred AI, search and recommender systems, digital media, cognitive science, user modelling and AI-mediated information environments. The final speaker line-up and programme are still being developed. Registration opens at 08:30, with the workshop beginning at approximately 09:00 and closing around 17:00. It takes place in Conference Room 8 at the Technology & Innovation Centre, University of Strathclyde, 99 George Street, Glasgow G1 1RD. Places are limited, so advance registration is encouraged. The event is presented by NeuraSearch Laboratory. Register for the workshop

⌖ Glasgow · Incremental Group

Hosted by Sarah and gregor s.

Glasgow Azure User Group 54 brings the local cloud community together on 9 December 2026 for Azure discussion, a quiz, networking, food and drinks. Hosted by Sarah and gregor s., this in-person meetup offers a welcoming place to exchange ideas around Microsoft Azure, artificial intelligence, cloud computing and Platform as a Service. It takes place at Incremental Group, 10 Montrose Street, Glasgow, with the event listing running from 5:45pm to 7:45pm GMT. The main presentation slot is still to be confirmed, so a speaker and final session topic have not yet been announced. Based on the group’s stated themes, the evening will be particularly relevant to developers, cloud practitioners and technology professionals interested in Azure, AI and practical cloud best practices. No specific experience level is listed, making it suitable for anyone who wants to learn from and connect with Glasgow’s Azure community. Evening schedule - 5:45pm–6:00pm: Registration and arrival - 6:00pm–6:45pm: Main session, details TBC - 6:50pm–7:00pm: Community quiz - 7:00pm–7:30pm: Food, drinks and informal conversation - 7:30pm: Published agenda finish The combination of a focused technical session and a dedicated social period gives attendees time both to discover new ideas and to meet others working with cloud technology. Food and drinks are included in the programme, and attendees are asked to cancel their ticket if they can no longer attend so the organisers can order accurately. Important attendance information You must RSVP at least 24 hours before the event to attend. Reservations are scheduled to open on Wednesday 28 October at 10:30am. All attendees must follow the group’s Code of Conduct. The organising team will take photographs and film during the evening, and images may be shared by the group, its sponsors or social channels. Anyone who does not want to appear in published material should speak to an organiser at every event they attend. The meetup is supported by Gold Level sponsors Servent and Telefonica Tech. RSVP for Glasgow Azure User Group 54

Sponsors: Servent · Telefonica Tech

⌖ Frankfurt · The Squaire

AI Week Frankfurt is a five-day applied AI conference in Frankfurt (The Squaire) running Oct 26–30, 2026, featuring Finance, Life Science, and Cross-Industry AI days. It brings together 5,000 visitors, 200+ speakers, and leaders from industry, policy, and technology to explore real-world AI applications, partnerships, and market-ready solutions. The event is designed for decision-makers, builders, and practitioners looking to translate AI strategy into tangible outcomes, with a strong emphasis on practical case studies and actionable insights. What to expect - A global stage hosting AI leaders, policymakers, and engineers focused on delivering measurable business impact - Industry-specific days (Finance, Life Science, Cross-Industry) to surface domain-relevant use cases and ROI - Keynotes, panels, and talks that translate research into practice, plus real-world demonstrations and live AI showcases - Hands-on workshops and training sessions to deepen skills in data, AI deployment, and governance - Substantial networking opportunities to form partnerships, explore pilots, and connect with potential vendors and customers Format and experience - Five days of programming at The Squaire, focused on practical outcomes, collaboration, and market-building strategies - A mix of keynote sessions, breakout tracks, and interactive exchanges designed for executives, product leaders, and technical practitioners - Ample time allocated for partnership discussions, demos, and peer learning across finance, healthcare, manufacturing, and beyond Who should attend - C-suite, VPs, and directors driving AI strategy and adoption - Data scientists, ML engineers, and AI product managers seeking real-world use cases - Government/regulatory professionals and researchers interested in AI policy and industry impact Logistics - Location: The Squaire, Frankfurt - Dates: October 26–30, 2026 - Registration: Site indicates a waitlist and ongoing updates; visit the official site for the latest details and registration information Why this matters AI Week Frankfurt aims to accelerate practical AI adoption by showcasing tangible outcomes, fostering partnerships, and highlighting scalable technologies. It’s a must for teams evaluating AI initiatives, vendors seeking pilots, and leaders wanting to stay ahead of industry shifts. Registration and full program details are available at the event site: https://ai-week-frankfurt.com

⌖ Bangkok

Hosted by The International Conference on Behavioural and Social Computing

BESC 2026 brings AI, NLP and computational social science researchers to Bangkok for a three-day conference on 26–28 October 2026. The International Conference on Behavioural and Social Computing is an interdisciplinary forum for exploring how technology can help researchers understand human behaviour, social interaction and large-scale societal dynamics. Building on editions held annually since 2014, the 2026 conference will connect academic researchers and industry practitioners working across artificial intelligence, natural language processing, computational social science, business, marketing, behavioural psychology and related fields. Research themes The programme will focus on foundational research and emerging approaches within behavioural and social computing. Topics invited by the organisers include: - AI and large language models in social and behavioural computing - LLM-driven agents for social interaction and communication - Agent-based modelling of human behaviour and social dynamics - Generative AI for synthetic behavioural and social data - Multimodal behavioural sensing and analytics - Social network analysis, collective intelligence and social recommendation - Sentiment analysis, argument mining and social media analytics - Online credibility, privacy, security, trust and research ethics - Crowd dynamics, virtual communities and digital humanities - Behaviour change, technology and wellbeing Across three days, attendees can expect research presentations and opportunities to exchange ideas, compare methods and identify future research directions. The conference is particularly relevant to researchers, scientists, scholars, engineers, university practitioners and industry specialists. Its broad scope should suit both established experts and postgraduate researchers seeking exposure to current interdisciplinary work. For prospective authors… Register for this event