Tech Talks are a series of free public events designed to engage diverse audiences in discussions around critical technology topics. Each talk explores a key question or concern surrounding the digital landscape, offering valuable insights and easing anxieties about the impact of technology on our lives. Led by Dr. Phil Wilkinson, these sessions aim to demystify technology, proving that it’s neither as daunting nor as complicated as it may seem.
Upcoming Tech Talks
‘Is my child old enough to be online?’
Date: 20 November
Time: 6:00pm – 7:30pm
This session addresses common concerns that parents have about managing technology use for their children—balancing the need to mitigate risks with the desire to encourage positive online experiences. Key takeaways will include reassurance that many parents are already navigating this well and insights into why screen time itself may be less critical than understanding what children are doing on their screens.
‘What even is AI, and should we be worried about it?’
Date: 11 December
Time: 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Explore the origins and realities of Artificial Intelligence, and the ways in which AI differs from the dramatic portrayals we see in pop culture. Dr. Wilkinson will guide you through the essentials of AI, emphasising that our focus should be less on fearing AI itself and more on understanding the social, economic, and political frameworks surrounding it.
Future Tech Talks
Dates and details to be confirmed. Upcoming topics include:
- ‘Are our mobile phones listening to us?’
- ‘How safe is my business from cyber attacks?’
- ‘Is social media bad for us?'