Hawai‘i Center for AI Opens in Kaka‘ako
Learn how to use artificial intelligence from community experts at free workshops hosted by the new nonprofit Hawai‘i Center for AI.
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Those interested in exploring artificial intelligence can attend free workshops organized by the new Hawai‘i Center for AI. The nonprofit, operating out of the Entrepreneurs Sandbox, was launched to help Hawai‘i residents and businesses learn how to leverage AI ethically and effectively. The group has been hosting meetups, some of them highly technical for developers, and others for people who simply want to use AI.
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“Community volunteers are leading the sessions. For instance, we had someone discussing AI and grantmaking, and someone else talking about AI and education,” says Peter Dressler, the center’s executive director and co-founder.
While Hawai‘i is often seen as a laggard in technology adoption, we can push forward in AI and create work opportunities, says fellow co-founder Nam Vu. “A wave is coming, and we don’t want to turn our backs. AI is going to affect all services, and we need to know more about it and what responsible AI means.”
643 Ilalo St., hawaiiai.org, @hawaiicenterforai
