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Building AI that really understands human speech

5 May 2026

University of Auckland alumnus Alexei Dunayev is helping shape the future of voice-based artificial intelligence, making technology more accessible, natural and useful.
Reading emotions from brain sensors: one step closer

4 May 2026

Computers that can detect and even respond to human emotions may seem like the stuff of science fiction. But the potential, especially in mental health care, is enormous.
Big tech: too big to fail?

22 April 2026

Professor Alexandra Andhov’s inaugural lecture dove into the existential challenge of big tech’s influence on democratic governance.
We’re not actively choosing an AI future, we’re just clicking accept

22 April 2026

Commentary: The agency many of us fear losing in the future is often already traded incrementally in the systems we accept today.
Tech founders back next generation of entrepreneurs

20 April 2026

A $30,000 gift from two former students will support innovation and entrepreneurship at the University of Auckland.
AI chatbot targets online safety and support for seniors

15 April 2026

Researchers are designing chatbots to help make life online safer and more welcoming for seniors.
Women, culture and creativity: mixed global report card

2 April 2026

‘Could do better’ is the verdict on gender equality in creative areas across 115 of UNESCO’s member states, according to a new report.
AI clash raises important questions for New Zealand

1 April 2026

Opinion: The Pentagon’s fight with Anthropic has prompted questions for New Zealand, where dedicated AI legislation is lacking, write Alex Sims and Dulani Jayasuriya.
More Pacific women needed in leadership roles

29 March 2026

Tuvalu Prime Minister Hon. Feleti Penitala Teo OBE visited the University to lead a talanoa with alumni discussing how sport shapes behaviour, expectations and leadership.
Ambitious new plan for te reo Māori at University

25 March 2026

AI tools, a refreshed language app and a new dictionary are all helping shape the next chapter of te reo Māori revitalisation at the University of Auckland.
As AI races ahead, can the law keep up?

25 March 2026

AI is moving fast, but the law is lagging; experts are meeting in Auckland to consider safeguards.
Maurice Wilkins Centre launches strategy for Pacific peoples

20 March 2026

The Maurice Wilkins Centre launched its inaugural Pacific Strategy, it provides a commitment to Pacific leadership, partnership and excellence; ensuring biomedical research delivers meaningful outcomes for Pacific peoples.

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