Combatting the Code
Combatting the Code takes place on Wed, 30 Sept 2026 at 6:00 pm (GMT+10) at Sir Stanley Burbury Theatre, University of Tasmania in Hobart, TAS, and runs until 7:30 pm. Entry is free; the listing is on Events.
About this event
What happens when governments hand decision-making over to algorithms? From welfare compliance and predictive policing to visa processing and risk assessment, automated systems are reshaping how governments interact with citizens. Join Associate Professor Yee-Fui Ng for the 2026 Sandy Duncanson Social Justice Lecture, exploring how AI-driven systems are transforming public decision-making and what’s at stake when they fail. Moderated by Graham Jefferson, Senior Executive Leader for Data, Analytics and AI and Chief AI Officer, Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC). Ideas worth sharing about issues that matter Island of Ideas invites all Tasmanians to join our series of free public talks designed to ignite conversation and curiosity across our community. Guided by the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, the program brings together researchers, policymakers, industry leaders and community voices to discuss the issues that matter. Stay connected by subscribing to our mailing list for updates or visit Island of Ideas to watch past talks and register for upcoming events.
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Details
- When
- Wed, 30 Sept 2026 · 6:00 pm (GMT+10) · until 7:30 pm
- Where
- Sir Stanley Burbury Theatre, University of Tasmania
- Address
- Sandy Bay TAS 7005, Australia
- Price
- Free
Questions
- When is Combatting the Code?
- Wed, 30 Sept 2026 at 6:00 pm GMT+10.
- How much are tickets for Combatting the Code?
- Entry is free.
- Where is Combatting the Code?
- Sir Stanley Burbury Theatre, University of Tasmania, Sandy Bay TAS 7005, Australia, Hobart, TAS.
- Where can I buy tickets for Combatting the Code?
- Tickets are sold on Events. This page links straight to that listing; no tickets are sold here.
- What time does Combatting the Code end?
- It runs until 7:30 pm.