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⌖ Nottingham · Newton Building, City Campus, Nottingham Trent University, Nottingham

Hosted by Nottingham DS&AI Meetup group (hosted by Mica B. and co-organisers)

The Nottingham DS&AI Meetup brings together data science and artificial intelligence practitioners every first Thursday of the month at Nottingham Trent University's Newton Building. This November session offers an ideal blend of technical learning and community networking for anyone interested in data science, machine learning, and AI applications. What to Expect Doors open at 18:00, with the main talk or workshop beginning at 18:15 and running until 20:30. While the specific topic for this session will be announced closer to the date, previous meetups have covered a diverse range of subjects spanning machine learning techniques, practical AI implementations, and data analytics methodologies. The format typically features a speaker presentation or hands-on workshop, followed by ample time for socializing and networking with fellow practitioners. Complimentary pizza is provided throughout the evening, though attendees should bring their own beverages. The event often extends to a nearby pub for those wanting to continue conversations in a more relaxed setting. Who Should Attend This meetup welcomes everyone from data science students and early-career professionals to experienced AI practitioners and technology leaders. Whether you're exploring AI applications for your business, deepening your technical skills, or simply curious about the latest developments in machine learning, you'll find a supportive community of like-minded individuals. The Nottingham tech scene thrives on these regular gatherings, making this an essential event for anyone in the local data science ecosystem. Community and Networking Beyond the monthly in-person meetups, the community maintains an active Discord server for ongoing discussions, resource sharing, and collaboration opportunities. This digital space complements the face-to-face events, ensuring continuous engagement between sessions. Sponsors and Partners The meetup benefits from generous support by Rebel Recruiters, specialists in tech recruitment who provide the evening's pizza. Co-organiser Mica Bell from Rebel Recruiters attends regularly and can discuss recruitment opportunities for both employers and job seekers. Additional sponsors include CBIT, a multidisciplinary centre bridging education and industry (organizers of the UK's first SME-focused AI conference "Transforming SMEs with AI"), Superlawyer (a Not

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Sponsors: Rebel Recruiters · CBIT Venture Builder +2

⌖ 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

⌖ Leeds · West Village - Bruntwood SciTech

Hosted by Bruntwood SciTech

Design and score a practical AI agent for your business in this two-hour, no-code workshop in Leeds on 3 November 2026. Rather than focusing on AI theory, this hands-on session helps you decide where AI could genuinely save time in your own working week. You’ll leave with a detailed agent specification, an assessment of its value, feasibility and risk, and a repeatable method for identifying future opportunities. What you’ll do - Discover what AI can and cannot currently do - Identify repetitive, rule-based and time-consuming work - Design an agent’s task, inputs, guardrails and measures of success - Score the idea using the same framework Zygens applies in client engagements The workshop is aimed at SME founders, operations and marketing professionals, and anyone ready to move from reading about AI to applying it. No coding or previous experience is required. Bring a laptop and a rough idea of how you spend your week. The session runs 2–4pm on Tuesday 3 November 2026 at West Village – Bruntwood SciTech, Wellington Street, Leeds LS1 1BA. AI Lab UK, the academy arm of Leeds-based agentic AI consultancy Zygens, is delivering it exclusively for Bruntwood SciTech customers and ecosystem members. The page also highlights founders Zandra Moore MBE and Charlie Bartle, whose backgrounds span enterprise AI, AI-native delivery and operational adoption. Get tickets

⌖ London · London, United Kingdom

Hosted by Granola

Hear former BBC Executive Creative Director Julia Whitney discuss the creation of BBC iPlayer in London on 3 November 2026. Presented by Granola, this in-person conversation explores how design responded to a generational shift in media consumption, from radio and television to the web and mobile. Julia led design teams for more than 20 years, including 11 years at the BBC. She headed User Experience and Design for the original BBC iPlayer before leading design across BBC News, Sport and Weather. She later became GM and Executive Creative Director of the BBC’s 150-person User Experience and Design department. Today, she works as an executive and leadership coach across technology, media and climate. The discussion will cover: - The early development of BBC iPlayer - Designing digital products used by millions - Leading design through major changes in technology and audience behaviour - Lessons from Julia’s career at the BBC Doors open at 6pm GMT, with the talk beginning at 6:30pm. Attendees must arrive by 6:30pm, when the doors will close. Drinks and snacks are provided, and the event finishes at 8:30pm. Registration requires host approval, the exact London address is only visible after registering, and the event is expected to be heavily oversubscribed. Request approval to attend

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