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Smart, Fair and Accountable: Getting AI Right in Government

This panel explores how New Zealand government agencies are approaching the safe and ethical adoption of artificial intelligence. The discussion will examine how agencies can embed trust, governance, and responsible use of AI while ensuring systems remain explainable, secure and aligned with public values.

Featuring:
Emma MacDonald
Director, Stats NZ

Colin Simpson
Professor, University of Auckland

Russell Craig
Independent Technology Expert and Advisor, DEAG

Brett Williams
Senior Manager, Solutions Engineering, SentinelOne

Speakers Emma MacDonald, Colin Simpson, Russell Craig & Brett Williams
Published May 15, 2026
Speaker spotlight

Emma MacDonald

Director, Stats NZ

Colin Simpson

Professor, University of Auckland

Russell Craig

Independent Technology Expert and Advisor, DEAG

Brett Williams

Senior Manager, Solutions Engineering, SentinelOne

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