Ladies of Code Glasgow: October Meetup (In Person)

⌖ Glasgow · The Admiral Woods

Hosted by Glasgow Skeptics

A critical talk in Glasgow on 20 October 2026 examining why mainstream economics struggles to explain AI’s effects on productivity, wages and jobs. Economists frequently predict that artificial intelligence will raise productivity, improve employment and make society richer, but those promises are not yet clearly reflected in productivity data, wages or general wellbeing. At this free evening talk from Glasgow Skeptics, Dr Elena Papagiannaki will examine the gap between confident economic forecasts and the more complicated reality of AI adoption. What the talk will explore Rather than accepting claims of an inevitable “AI revolution”, the session will ask whether mainstream economics has the right concepts and methods to understand what is happening. Topics and questions include: - Why trillion-dollar investment in AI is not clearly appearing in productivity figures - Whether current job losses are genuinely caused by AI, or simply being “AI-washed” - How technology changes work, wages, value and the distribution of economic gains - The blind spots behind polished graphs and confident predictions about automation - Whether we need new ways to explain progress, labour and intelligence itself The talk should appeal to people interested in AI and society, economics, work, critical thinking and political economy. Its focus is not on building AI systems; instead, it offers a sceptical examination of the narratives used to describe their economic and social impact. About the speaker Dr Elena Papagiannaki is a Lecturer in Economics at Edinburgh Napier University and a Research Fellow at the Institute for the Future of Work in London. Her research investigates class, AI and labour through a political economy lens, with particular attention to how technology reshapes work and value. She also brings this research to public audiences through her Edinburgh Fringe show. Format and practical details This is an in-person talk taking place from 7:30pm to 9:00pm BST on Tuesday 20 October 2026 at The Admiral Woods, 29 Waterloo Street, Glasgow. Attendance is free and no ticket is required, but entry is first come, first served. The organisers recommend arriving early if the function room looks busy. View the event and registration details

⌖ Glasgow · Radisson Blu

A free, in-person digital health and social care learning event in Glasgow on 21 October 2026, focused on turning shared ambitions into practical action. From collective ambition to delivery DiGiTal Get Together returns with a clear theme: “Collective Ambition into Action.” Taking place at the Radisson Blu in Glasgow, the event will explore how people and organisations can move beyond discussion and work together to deliver meaningful digital change across health and social care. Running from 9:30am to 3:00pm, this free event offers a full day of talks addressing three connected priorities: - Collaboration, bringing people and organisations together around shared digital ambitions - Inclusion, ensuring digital transformation works for the people and communities it is intended to support - Sustainability, considering how innovation can create change that lasts The wider conversation will cover AI, digital transformation and innovation in health and social care, with an emphasis on translating ideas into action rather than treating technology as an end in itself. Who should attend? This learning event will be relevant to people interested in the development and delivery of digital health and social care, including those working on transformation, innovation, service improvement, inclusion or collaborative programmes. It may also appeal to people who want to understand how AI and other emerging digital approaches fit within the practical realities of health and care services. The event page does not specify a required level of technical experience. Its talk-led format and focus on broad organisational themes make it accessible to attendees approaching digital change from strategic, operational, policy, service or community perspectives, not only technical roles. Event format and practical details Expect a free, face-to-face learning event featuring talks throughout the day. The in-person setting provides an opportunity to hear different perspectives on shared challenges while connecting the themes of collaboration, inclusion and sustainability.… Register for this event

⌖ Glasgow · Barclays Eagle Labs Glasgow

Hosted by Scotland Applied AI Meetup (hosted by Michael Young)

Explore how AI is reshaping work, teams and organisational design at this interactive discussion in Glasgow on 21 October 2026. Taking place from 6:00pm to 9:00pm BST at Barclays Eagle Labs Glasgow, this in-person Scotland Applied AI Meetup examines a question facing organisations everywhere: as AI changes how work gets done, what will that mean for people, workplaces and companies? AI-driven change beyond the technology Rather than focusing only on tools, the conversation will connect the technologies driving workplace change with the human and organisational questions that follow. Topics will include: - How AI is changing working habits and the way tasks get completed - The psychology of adapting to new ways of working - The implications for individuals, teams and workplaces - How organisational design may evolve in response to AI - The opportunities, challenges and practical realities of workplace transformation The discussion features Veer Shah and Hazel Ellender from The OpenAI Deployment Company. It will be chaired by Michael Young, Founder and CEO of MBN Solutions and host of the Scotland Applied AI Meetup. An interactive format This is designed as a participatory discussion rather than a traditional presentation. Attendees will have opportunities to contribute throughout, compare perspectives and examine what AI-led change could look like in real organisations. The evening will conclude with an open Q&A, allowing the audience to put questions directly to Veer and Hazel and explore the issues most relevant to their own work. The event will be particularly relevant to people thinking about the intersection of AI, workforce strategy, organisational change and employee experience. It offers useful context for leaders, managers, technologists and professionals navigating changing working practices; no specific experience level is listed by the organiser. The venue is Barclays Eagle Labs Glasgow, BECO Building, 58 Kingston Street, Kinning Park, Glasgow G5 8BP. Register for this event

⌖ Glasgow

Hosted by JPMorganChase

A two-day social-impact data and AI hackathon in Glasgow, hosted by JPMorganChase on 23–24 October 2026. JPMorganChase’s Data for Good hackathon gives students the opportunity to apply analytical and coding skills to a genuine challenge facing a leading nonprofit organisation. Working with large social-good datasets, participants will turn raw information into useful insights, technical solutions and actionable recommendations, with guidance from experienced Data and AI professionals. What to expect Held over Friday and Saturday, the hackathon is an intensive, collaborative experience rather than a conventional careers presentation. You will work in an agile team alongside peers and JPMorganChase technologists, taking a project from initial analysis through to a clear recommendation for stakeholders. Depending on the challenge and your team’s approach, the work may involve: - Analysing large and complex datasets - Developing machine learning models and experiments - Building data platforms, pipelines or intuitive dashboards - Translating an organisation’s objectives into testable hypotheses - Considering governance, metadata, lineage, privacy and compliance - Presenting technical findings in a way that supports real-world decisions The event also provides opportunities to meet aspiring data and AI professionals from across the country, engage with recruiting teams and learn more about data-focused roles at JPMorganChase. Who should apply? This is an entry-level opportunity for students pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a quantitative or technical subject, such as Data Science, Machine Learning, Computer Science or Mathematics. Applicants must expect to graduate between January 2027 and September 2028, and no previous work experience is required. Strong candidates may already have experience with Python, SQL, prompt engineering, machine learning or data science principles. Familiarity with technologies such as AWS, Copilot, Snowflake, Databricks and large language models is also relevant, alongside quantitative problem-solving and the ability to communicate clearly with technical and business stakeholders. View the event and registration details

⌖ Glasgow · Room 432, St Andrews Building, University of Glasgow

Hosted by PauseAI UK

A practical responsible AI workshop in Glasgow on 23 October, exploring bias, trust and human judgement through student scenarios. Led by Dr Raneem Knaj, Research Fellow at the University of Glasgow, this hands-on session asks a critical question: when an AI assistant appears helpful, who does it serve well, whose needs might it overlook, and when should a person intervene? Working in small teams, participants will: - Examine and question an AI assistant’s responses - Identify a genuine student need - Create a simple prototype, without coding - Test other teams’ designs using scenarios that challenge their assumptions - Improve their concept in response to feedback - Present what they changed and explain why The workshop is designed for beginners: no coding skills or previous AI experience are required. It will particularly suit students and anyone curious about AI bias, responsible design and the role of human judgement in AI-assisted services. Presented by PauseAI UK and hosted by Bellatrix Hodgson and Joseph Miller, the event takes place from 6:00–9:00pm GMT+1 on Friday 23 October 2026 in Room 432, St Andrews Building, University of Glasgow. Register for the workshop

⌖ Glasgow · Learning & Teaching Building (floor 3, room 324)

Hosted by NeuraSearch Laboratory

A two-hour interactive workshop in Glasgow for adults navigating how children use generative AI tools such as ChatGPT. Taking place on Tuesday 27 October 2026, from 6pm to 8pm, Growing up with AI creates space for parents, guardians and educators to examine what AI could mean for children’s learning, relationships and development. Generative AI is already becoming part of everyday life for many children and young people. They may turn to it for homework support, creative projects or answers to everyday questions, but its growing presence also raises important questions. Does AI strengthen children’s thinking, or can it begin to do too much of the work for them? How might regular interaction with AI affect emotional habits and friendships? Where do its benefits end and its risks begin? What the workshop will explore Rather than presenting a one-way lecture, this in-person, interactive session invites attendees to discuss these questions together, compare experiences and contribute their own perspectives. The conversation will cover: - What parents and teachers notice about children’s emotional habits when AI becomes part of daily life - How children’s friendships may be affected by their use of AI tools - Whether AI supports independent thinking or starts replacing parts of the learning process - The wider benefits, risks and unresolved questions surrounding AI in children’s lives There will be opportunities to ask questions and hear from other parents, guardians and education professionals. Experiences shared during the workshop will also contribute to research intended to improve understanding of children’s AI use, making this more than an introductory discussion: it is an opportunity to help shape the emerging evidence around a fast-changing issue. Who should attend? The workshop is open to parents, guardians and educators, whether they feel curious about AI, concerned by it or somewhere in between. No previous knowledge of AI or technical experience is required, so the session is suitable for complete beginners as well as adults who have already encountered these tools at home or in educational settings.… Register for this event

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