AI in 2026: From Predictive to Proactive
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Join us as we decode the future of Artificial Intelligence. As we look ahead to 2026, the conversation is shifting from predictive models to proactive, autonomous systems that will redefine industries and daily life. This forward-looking session unpacks the most significant trends on the horizon, from the rise of AI Agents to the dawn of multimodal understanding.
We'll move beyond the hype to offer a realistic and actionable view of what’s next. Explore the evolution of Generative AI into sophisticated problem-solving tools and the strategic importance of Agentic AI in automating complex workflows. We'll also dissect the evolving global regulatory landscape and the pivotal role of smaller, more efficient models in the expansion of Edge AI.
Who Should Attend
- Business Leaders and Decision-Makers aiming to build a future-proof AI strategy and gain a competitive edge.
- Technical Professionals and Engineers keen to stay at the forefront of AI architecture, tools, and innovations.
- Academics and Researchers interested in the convergence of theoretical and practical AI advancements.
- Students pursuing careers in AI and technology who want to learn directly from experts about the industry's trajectory.
What You Will Learn
- Actionable Insights into the evolution of Generative AI from content creation to complex problem-solving.
- Strategic Frameworks for leveraging autonomous systems to drive operational efficiency and innovation.
- Practical Knowledge on the growing importance of smaller, efficient models and their role in edge computing.
Agenda
- 5:00 PM: Doors Open & Networking
- 5:30 PM: Welcome Remarks by Anne Burlinson, mPW3R
- 5:40 PM: Beyond the Hype: AI Value Through Thoughtful Governance | Vaibhav Agrawal, Insurance Commission of WA
- 6:00 PM: Group Photo
- 6:05 PM: Agentic AI, Small Language Models, and the Future of Proactive AI Systems | Josh (Adi Tedjasaputra), WA AI Hub
- 6.30 PM: Panel Discussions by Anne Burlinson, Dr Eunice Sari, Olivia van der Kroon and Jacek Korneluk
- 7:00 PM: Wrap Up and Closing
- 7:05 PM: Networking
- 7:30 PM: Doors Close
Speakers:
Josh (Adi Tedjsaputra), Director, Customer Experience Insight Pty Ltd and Co-Founder, Western Australian AI Hub
With 20+ years in AI, business, product management, and software engineering, Josh has delivered AI-powered solutions that drive sustainable business growth. His expertise spans electronic engineering, technology education, and business administration, focusing on designing scalable, resilient AI systems for digital transformation.
Vaibhav Agrawal, Head of Data and AI Governance of Insurance Commission of Western Australia
An AI leader with over two decades of experience driving data and AI innovation across global industries. A GAICD graduate with degrees in ICT and Data Analytics, he currently leads Data and AI Governance for a Western Australian government department. Formerly Director of AI and Data at Deloitte, Vibs also serves on advisory boards at UWA and the ACS AI Special Interest Group, and lectures in Applied AI at UWA. His work focuses on building responsible and scalable AI governance frameworks.
Light refreshments will be provided.
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