Category: Misc

Join me on a trip from the early days of dial-up to the cutting edge of AI in creativity. It’s a ride through my own twists and turns in the digital landscape, leading up to our latest adventure with ‘Future Proof Creatives’.

We’re mixing tech and creativity to figure out what comes next. Come see where we’re headed and how you can be part of this journey. Read More …

At this year’s SXSW, Interac hosted a thought-provoking VIP talk that explored emerging technologies, strategic decision-making, and the role of verification in our digital future. While the insights offered were valuable, as someone deeply committed to equity and sustainability, I felt compelled to offer a counterbalance to the underlying capitalist assumptions that permeated much of Read More …

In the cyberpunk arena of SXSW 2024, Jack Conte, the pirate king of Patreon, ignited a creative rebellion against the algorithmic overlords, beckoning digital insurgents to reclaim their art in the face of the internet’s evolving battleground. Strap in, visionaries, for a dive into the manifesto that’s rewriting the rules of engagement in our digital domain. Read More …

What role will human creativity play in an increasingly AI-driven world? At the heart of this inquiry lies the delicate balance between technological progress and the preservation of our inherent ingenuity. It was against this backdrop that a quartet of preeminent creators and thought leaders convened at SXSW 2024 to explore the shifts redefining the Read More …

AI is dead. Long live AI+Human creativity. We stand at the dawn of a new avant-garde age where machine intelligence augments the ingenuity of human artists. Brace yourself for an unfamiliar Renaissance where the line between art and artist blurs, and new forms of expression emerge from the infinite possible collaborations of carbon and silicon. Read More …

Carol Anne Hilton unveiled an ambitious concept: the Global Indigenous Technology House. This initiative seeks to go beyond merely incorporating technology. It aims to herald a new era where Indigenous perspectives are recognized as foundational to the storytelling and technological advancements in the digital age. Read More …

In the midst of SXSW Interactive’s innovation, the “Frontier Collective” challenges its name’s historical baggage, sparking a pivotal dialogue on evolving our identity to truly embody inclusivity and forward-thinking. Read More …

As artificial intelligence weaves its way deeper into the fabric of our daily lives, the conversation around creating equitable digital spaces has never been more critical. Discover how embracing open source, nurturing diverse voices, and maintaining authenticity can build healthier digital communities. Read More …

Last Thursday’s #VancouverAI Community Meetup was a fusion of tech & creativity, with nearly 100 visionaries exploring AI’s impact on creative industries. Read More …

Artificial intelligence is transforming industries across the board. From healthcare to education, AI technologies are driving improved efficiencies, insights, and innovations across sectors. However, as Brenda Bailey, Member of the Legislative Assembly for Vancouver-False Creek, British Columbia, Canada, emphasized in her keynote speech at the Microsoft Canada AI event, the development and adoption of AI Read More …

Dive into the future where creativity meets code at the Vancouver AI Community Meetup—a nexus of innovation that’s reshaping the art and tech landscape one gathering at a time. Read More …

As we kick down the door to a new year, I’m peering into the future and picking up some AI signals that are sure to change everything. Developments are cooking that will disrupt Every. Single. Industry. Read More …

Unleashing the Power of AI Muses: One Creator’s Quest to Develop Artificial Intelligence Assistants for Storytelling Education Read More …