Will machines ever think like humans?
In 1985, Richard Feynman was asked "Do you think there will ever be a machine that will think like human beings?" As AI continues to evolve, his response still resonates.
Stuart MacKinnon
Former psychologist and private secretary – currently a strategic analyst and advisor. Governance, emerging tech, risk and assurance. Enjoys coffee.
The psychology of regulatory failure
Good regulation is hard. Regulatory mistakes are harder. In this post we revisit the regulatory failure surrounding the death of William Ball.
Five AI questions for government agency leaders
Government agency leaders are navigating a new age. Somewhere between all of the hype and the fear lies significant opportunity. What might they need to consider right now?
Public Service AI Trust Model: Toward practical transparency
AI in government is here, but how do we maintain public trust? The Public Service AI Trust Model is a draft tool to support agencies navigating transparency, accountability, and responsible AI adoption.
AI in NZ's public sector: A smart move or a risky bet?
NZ's public sector has new AI guidance – but what does it mean in practice? In this interview, we discuss the new Public Service AI Framework and invite your thoughts.
An unfortunate incident
In 1857, a steam boiler explosion devastated a community. As we enter the age of AI, are we prepared to manage the power being unleashed – or will history repeat itself?