Leading AI: Strategy, Governance & Policy Programme

⌖ 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 · The Admiral Woods

Hosted by Glasgow Skeptics

Explore whether autonomous AI should have legal personhood, and how it could be held liable, at this free Glasgow Skeptics talk in Glasgow. On Tuesday 17 November 2026, Dr Andrew Rayner will examine a question increasingly important to AI regulation: can existing legal frameworks recognise the actions and liabilities of non-human autonomous agents? Rayner will make the case for legal personhood as a possible way forward while addressing the risk that this status could shift legal attention away from the humans behind AI systems. The presentation will cover: - How personhood has been applied beyond humans, including to animals, rivers, rainforests and other entities - Why granting AI personhood remains legally and academically contentious - A proposed theoretical model designed to limit the legal effects of “person” status - How AI personhood could operate within the law of negligence, providing a model for other legal fields Rayner is an academic at the University of Glasgow Law School specialising in private law, European human rights and legal theory. Their recent research examines how the law recognises the actions and potential liabilities of autonomous AI agents. The talk is suited to anyone interested in AI, law, regulation, critical thinking or technology policy; no required experience level is stated. Content warnings apply for discussion of AI used in warfare and brief references to AI apocalypticism. Attendance and accessibility Doors at 7:00pm; the talk runs 7:30–9:30pm GMT at The Admiral Woods, 29 Waterloo Street. Admission is free, unticketed and first come, first served. Optional donations support organiser overheads and speaker travel. A lift provides wheelchair access to the function room, where there is also a disabled toilet. View the event and attendance details.

⌖ Glasgow · Clockwise Glasgow - Coworking & Office Space

Hosted by Founders Coffee Club

Meet founders, freelancers and startup builders in Glasgow for relaxed coffee, useful conversations and optional coworking, without pitches, presentations or sales scripts. Held on Friday 20 November 2026, 11:00am–12:00pm GMT, this monthly meetup from Founders Coffee Club takes place at Clockwise Glasgow, Savoy Tower, 77 Renfrew Street. Host Ben Stickland will lead introductions, helping attendees meet relevant people rather than leaving them to navigate the room alone. Expect: - A small, informal mix of founders, freelancers, agency owners, consultants and early-stage business builders - Host-led introductions and plenty of open conversation - A strict no pitching, no presentations and no selling policy - Coffee during the meetup, plus the option to remain and cowork afterwards - A combination of first-time attendees and returning regulars The event welcomes people at any stage, from those just starting out to experienced business owners. Clockwise also offers attendees 20% off meeting rooms, competitive coworking rates and 24/7 access options. Tickets are currently listed at a £7.50 launch price, with the standard ticket price stated as £15. Get your ticket.

⌖ Barcelona · Auditori l'Illa

Hosted by The AI Conf

The AI Conference 2026 returns to Barcelona on November 3–4, 2026, bringing together 300+ practitioners, engineers, and product leaders building AI-first systems at scale. This isn't a conference about AI hype — it's about production-ready strategies from teams already shipping intelligent products. Hosted at Auditori l'Illa, this two-day event features 16 expert talks delivered across a single track, ensuring every attendee experiences the full depth of content without missing critical sessions. The program focuses on applied AI and LLMs, with real-world playbooks covering how teams design AI-first experiences, evaluate and iterate on prompts, build data and evaluation pipelines, and maintain safe, fast, and reliable systems at enterprise scale. What You'll Learn The conference spans the complete AI development lifecycle across eleven core tracks: - Machine Learning & Deep Learning — foundational ML/DL for classification, forecasting, and stable deployment strategies - Generative AI and LLMs — building safe, reliable systems that create, synthesize, and reason across vast datasets beyond basic API calls - Data Strategy for AI — making data quality, architecture, and lineage strategic assets that enable AI success - AI Infrastructure & MLOps — bridging POCs and enterprise-grade systems with model CI/CD, GPU optimization, and monitoring - AI-Powered Search & Information Retrieval — implementing semantic search, RAG systems, vector databases, and grounded generative outputs - Agentic AI and Multi-Agent Systems — deploying autonomous agents that plan, execute, and collaborate with minimal intervention - Robotics and Embodied AI — handling real-time control, safety protocols, and fleet management for physical world interactions - Computer Vision and Perception — optimizing models for edge devices and automating manual inspection tasks - AI Ethics, Governance, and Regulation — building compliant systems aligned with EU AI Act requirements - AI and Quantum Computing — exploring hybrid architectures and quantum-inspired optimization solutions - AI in Social Impact — addressing global challenges in health, climate, and education with high-value applications Event Format Each day delivers 8 talks from industry experts, sponsor-led sessions in dedicated rooms, and structured networking opportunities. Day 1 includes morning coffee breaks, networking breakfast, a

Sponsors: Codurance · LIDR.co +1

⌖ Barcelona

The AI Conf is a two-day artificial intelligence conference taking place in Barcelona, Spain, on 3–4 November 2026. About the conference The AI Conf provides a dedicated event for exploring artificial intelligence in Barcelona. Running across two consecutive days, it offers attendees the opportunity to set aside focused time for the subject rather than trying to cover AI within a broader, general-purpose technology event. The published listing currently confirms the event’s title, location and dates. It does not yet provide a detailed agenda, speaker line-up or breakdown of conference sessions. Specific topics, activities and session formats have therefore not been announced on the available event page. Prospective attendees should check the registration page for future programme updates before making plans. Who should consider attending? No formal audience profile or experience requirements are currently stated. The conference may be relevant to people tracking developments in artificial intelligence, but the listing does not specify whether its programme will be aimed at beginners, experienced practitioners, business leaders, developers, researchers or another particular group. Likewise, there is no published information yet about prerequisites, required software or advance preparation. If you are deciding whether the event matches your background, look for forthcoming announcements covering session levels and intended audiences. Event details - Event: The AI Conf - Dates: Tuesday 3 and Wednesday 4 November 2026 - City: Barcelona, Spain - Theme: Artificial intelligence - Duration: Two days A specific Barcelona venue, daily schedule, ticket options, accessibility information and organiser details are not included in the available listing. The page also does not confirm whether the programme will feature talks, panels, workshops, demonstrations or structured networking. These practical details will be important for anyone arranging travel or accommodation, so review the source page for the latest information as the conference approaches. With the event scheduled for November 2026, there is time for further programme information to be released. Save the dates now and use the official listing to monitor registration and event updates. Register for The AI Conf

⌖ Birmingham · PwC, Birmingham

Hosted by Constructing Excellence Midlands

Explore how AI could reshape construction and business at this in-person debate in Birmingham on 3 November 2026. The CE Midlands Big AI Debate brings opposing perspectives together to examine whether artificial intelligence is a genuine game changer, or whether its risks could outweigh its rewards. Organised by Constructing Excellence Midlands and supported by the University of Wolverhampton, this thought-provoking morning event will move beyond one-sided AI hype. Industry experts will make the case for AI-driven innovation and efficiency while also confronting questions around governance, sustainability, ethics and risk. What to expect The event uses a structured debate format rather than a conventional conference agenda. Attendees will hear short arguments from speakers on both sides before contributing questions and perspectives during an open audience debate. Slido questions and a concluding audience vote will make the room part of the discussion rather than a passive observer. Confirmed contributors include: - Barrie Diffin, speaking on AI risks, governance and sustainability through The Next Excavator: Leadership in the Age of AI - Alistair Wilson, presenting the benefits and advantages of AI - Jessica Southworth, addressing AI risks, governance and sustainability - Further speakers and closing contributors are still to be confirmed The programme begins at 8:00am with registration, tea, coffee, pastries and fruit. Audience questions start at 8:30am, followed by the main speaker arguments from 8:45am. The open debate begins at 9:25am, with closing remarks, an audience vote and further networking from 10:00am. The event concludes at 10:30am. Who should attend? This debate is relevant to construction and business leaders, project teams, innovators and other professionals considering AI’s impact on their organisations. It is designed for both people already using AI at work and those only beginning to explore its potential. No particular level of technical expertise is specified; the focus is on practical perspectives, responsible adoption and informed industry discussion. View the event and registration details

Sponsors: University of Wolverhampton