New Technology, AI and Equality: Problems and Solutions

⌖ Southampton · Axis Conference Centre

Hosted by Hampshire AI

Explore how AI is reshaping cyber security at this practical Hampshire AI meetup in Southampton, covering emerging threats, stronger defences and secure AI adoption. Taking place at Axis Conference Centre on Tuesday 17 November 2026, from 6pm to 8pm, the event examines both sides of the changing security landscape: how AI can support cyber attacks, and how organisations can use it to improve detection, protection and resilience. The discussion will also address protecting business data and systems as companies embed AI into their operations. The evening’s speaker is Marc Woosnam, Chief Technology Officer at Centerprise International. Marc brings nearly 30 years of experience spanning infrastructure, cloud, networking, cyber security, automation and AI. His work includes technology strategy and solutions for major defence, national security and public-sector programmes, giving the session a practical perspective on turning new ideas into governed, supportable services and products. The final title of his talk is still to be announced. Format - 5:45pm: Doors open - 6pm: Arrival and networking - 6:25pm: Welcome and introduction - 6:30pm: Marc Woosnam’s talk - Questions, experience-sharing and community networking This in-person, two-hour meetup is suited to business and technology leaders, cyber security practitioners, AI adopters and anyone interested in managing AI-related risk. Free parking is available at the venue, located at 3 Venture Road, Chilworth, Southampton SO16 7NP. The event is organised by Hampshire AI. Register for your place.

⌖ Southampton · United Reformed Church

Hosted by Developer South Coast

Explore how AI is reshaping product briefs and software delivery at Developer South Coast in Southampton on 19 November 2026. Hosted by Developer South Coast, this end-of-year meetup features two main talks and a bonus lightning talk: - Sorry About the PRDs: How AI Is Forcing Product Managers to Write Better Briefs, Ollie Dawes explains how his team replaced traditional product requirements documents and repeated design hand-offs with detailed AI briefs, shared prototypes, and stronger developer-led review and QA. Ollie is Senior Product Manager at Heidrick & Struggles, where he leads AI product development and strategy. - Scaling Delivery When AI Writes the Code, Rado Mroz shares lessons from scaling AI-assisted development amid a fourfold increase in developer numbers and doubled median pull-request sizes. Rado leads the Core engineering group at Nourish, setting technical direction for a platform shared by more than 10 teams. - How We Did DIY SOS (BBC) in Southampton, Graig Gallem offers an insider’s view of the IoT makeover he helped deliver for a recent episode of DIY SOS. The meetup is relevant to product managers, developers, designers, and engineering leaders interested in AI-enabled collaboration and delivery. No experience requirements are stated. When: Thursday 19 November 2026, 7:00–9:00pm GMT Where: United Reformed Church, Wessex Synod Office, 120 Alma Road, Southampton SO14 6UW Register for the event on Meetup.

⌖ Southampton + online · University of Southampton, Avenue Campus

Hosted by Charlotte Franziska Unruh

A hybrid University of Southampton workshop examining how AI and automation are reshaping work, worker wellbeing and the meaning of working life. Work, automation and ethics Taking place on Tuesday 15 December 2026 at the University of Southampton’s Avenue Campus, with an option to attend online, this workshop approaches workplace AI as an ethical and social challenge, not simply a technical development. It will consider what happens as AI takes over tasks, optimises workflows and changes the relationship between workers, employers and the wider economy. The programme centres on difficult questions raised by increasingly automated workplaces: - Are there distinctive harms or “bads” associated with automated working environments? - How should people live in a world where AI can replace most, or potentially all, tasks? - Could AI make work less meaningful? - What do changing workflows mean for workers and the economy? Rather than focusing on a particular software platform, the workshop creates space for philosophical examination of automation’s consequences. It should be particularly relevant to researchers, students and practitioners interested in the ethics of AI, the philosophy of work, technology’s impact on workers, and the future organisation of economic life. No specific experience level or technical prerequisite is listed. Speakers and format The workshop brings together speakers from universities in the UK, Ireland and Germany: - Markus Rüther, University of Juelich / University of Bonn - Charlotte Unruh, University of Southampton - John Danaher, University of Galway - Rosalie Waelen, Goethe University Frankfurt The hybrid format allows participants to attend either in person in Southampton or remotely. Organised by Charlotte Franziska Unruh, the event offers an academically grounded setting in which to examine not only what workplace AI can do, but how its use may affect human agency, meaningful activity and working conditions. Registration Registration is required. Attendees must email the organiser by Tuesday 8 December 2026, clearly stating whether they plan to participate in person or online. The event listing gives a registration deadline of 9:00am; RSVPing through PhilEvents alone is not sufficient to register. View the event and registration details

⌖ New York

Hosted by IQT

IQT’s Quantum + AI 3.0 conference in New York City (October 25–27, 2026) brings together researchers, engineers, startup founders, corporate leaders, investors, and policymakers to explore the convergence of quantum computing and artificial intelligence. This three-day, multi-track event showcases how quantum technologies can accelerate AI innovations and how AI can drive practical use of quantum hardware, with a strong emphasis on real-world impact across multiple industries. What to expect: - 3 days of talks, panels, and case studies with 80+ speakers from academia and industry - A broad program covering the quantum stack and AI applications, plus dedicated coverage of post-quantum cryptography through the PQC+IQT track on Oct 26 - Daily mentoring sessions to help attendees advance research, product ideas, or business development - An enhanced networking experience designed to connect researchers, startup founders, corporate executives, investors, and policymakers - An informal greeting & Meet event on Oct 25: New York Harbor Dinner Cruise, offering a relaxed setting to connect with peers while taking in the city views - A focus on tangible use cases across pharma, supply chain, defense, cryptography, finance, and other industries - A look at how quantum-enabled AI can unlock new capabilities and how AI strategies influence quantum research and deployment Why this matters: - IQT’s flagship Q+AI conference is a leading global gathering for the AI + quantum community, expanding each year with more exhibitors, speakers, and networking opportunities - Attendees will gain insight into both AI up, down, and around the quantum stack and how quantum computing can enable AI breakthroughs - The event includes a post-quantum cryptography focus, highlighting security considerations as quantum capabilities grow Audience and format: - Target audience includes researchers, engineers, startup founders, corporate executives, investors, and policymakers - In-person conference with multiple tracks, plus dedicated mentoring and networking components - The program is designed to foster collaboration, partnerships, and practical knowledge transfer that attendees can apply in their own projects Key speakers and leadership: - Program coordinated by Bob Sutor and Brian Siegelwax, with a displayed roster including leaders such as Yonatan Cohen, Russ Fein, Isaiah Hull, Mike Jennings, Troy Jensen, and many others from academia, industry, and legal/venture backgrounds Logistics

⌖ Da Nang · Webe Coffee

Hosted by AI Fusion Labs Da Nang

Explore AI and deep learning projects with developers, data scientists and creatives at this informal weekly meetup in Da Nang. Hosted by Lya and AI Fusion Labs Da Nang, the session takes place at Webe Coffee on Sunday, 25 October 2026, from 11:00am to 1:00pm ICT. The venue is at 14–16 Nguyễn Hữu Thông, An Hải, Sơn Trà, Da Nang; view it on Google Maps. The gathering is designed for AI enthusiasts, developers, data scientists, hobbyists and creatives at any experience level. It offers a relaxed setting to: - Discuss current AI and deep learning trends - Share LLM, art and design projects - Swap practical lessons and project stories - Present demos or volunteer a short, hands-on AI tools workshop Bring a laptop if you would like to show what you are building. There is no fixed agenda published on the event page: weekly talk, demo and community-led AI news details are shared through the Telegram group. The meetup is free, with a suggested donation of 100k. It runs every Sunday, with the listing stating that the series continues until 18 February 2027. Learn more about the organiser at AI Fusion Labs. Register for this event

⌖ Frankfurt · Cafe Extrablatt Frankfurt Bockenheim

Hosted by AI Agenten Frankfurt - Practical AI for Everyday Life

Learn practical ways to use AI agents for everyday tasks over brunch in Frankfurt on Sunday, 25 October 2026, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM CET. Hosted by AI Agenten Frankfurt – Practical AI for Everyday Life, this small-group meetup combines a relaxed breakfast buffet with approachable demonstrations of digital helpers you can use on your smartphone. Hosts Masood K. and kavya n. will focus on reducing common time drains such as: - Researching holidays and planning routes - Writing emails, letters and official forms - Finding recipes, creating meal plans and preparing shopping lists - Working through long texts or PDFs The session begins with brunch and introductions before moving into a discussion of everyday time-wasters and practical solutions. Attendees can then test some of the techniques live at the table, bring a phone or laptop if you would like to take part. No prior knowledge is required, and the emphasis is on useful daily-life applications rather than technical jargon. Attendance is capped at seven people, creating an intimate setting for questions and conversation. The event takes place at Cafe Extrablatt Frankfurt Bockenheim, Bockenheimer Landstraße 141. Everyone pays for their own food and drink. Register for the meetup