Kris Krug Media - Digital Engagement & Community Growth
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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 …
Throughout March, Robert Michael Murray will give a series of Artist Talks as part of the Future Proof Creatives AI Art Residency exploring the emerging realm of AI storytelling. 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 …
Hey there, tech enthusiasts and curious minds! Kris Krüg here, diving into the AI rabbit hole to explore a future that’s more than just smart – it’s ethical, transparent, and inclusive. Join me as I unpack Mark Anderson’s AI dream and add a twist with insights from the Algorithmic Justice League. We’re talking AI that doesn’t just think – it cares. Ready for this wild ride into the heart of AI’s future? Let’s roll! 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 …
I’m thrilled to unveil our latest adventure in learning and collaboration: the 2024 Future Proof Creatives Online Training Workshops. This is an extension of our vibrant Vancouver AI Community meetups, offering a more focused, intensive learning experience. Our mission? To blend art, technology, and innovation in a series of workshops that promise to be as enlightening as they are engaging. Read More …
The Vancouver AI Community Meetup welcomes all members of the community interested in the future of AI – researchers, artists, geeks, enthusiasts, entrepreneurs, experts, students and more! Our goal is to build an engaged group through knowledge sharing, collaboration, and discussion of real-world applications and ethical implications of AI. Read More …
For those wondering “why the fuck make art anyways?”, this fascinating interview with Alpen Kelley offers thoughtful insights into our basic human impulses of creativity. It’s a thought-provoking look at how art serves deeper purposes within both artist and community. Read More …
Traversing the dark corridors of self-doubt and disillusionment, a story of resilience unfolds. Join a journey from the depths of uncertainty to the heights of creative rebirth. Read More …