Waipa Tech Meetup #4 2026

For the final Waipā Tech Meetup for 2026 we'll be discussing why everyone's talking about Claude. ChatGPT may have started the AI conversation, but lately another name keeps coming up: Claude. Developers are building with it. Founders are adopting it. Teams are using it to write, analyse, code and solve problems in ways that are changing how businesses operate. So, what's different about Claude? Is it genuinely better for some tasks, or is it simply the latest AI hype cycle? Join us for the final Waipā Tech Meetup of 2026 as we unpack the rise of one of the world's fastest-growing AI platforms. Through a candid, facilitated discussion, our panel will explore: • Why Claude has become a favourite among many developers and technical teams • How founders and businesses are using it in the real world • Where it performs better (and worse) than competing AI tools • What opportunities AI creates for startups and growing businesses • The skills and mindsets businesses will need as AI continues to evolve Guest Speakers to be announced shortly. Enjoy drinks and nibbles while connecting and networking with other founders, operators, and support providers. Be sure to book your place now and get inspired for our final event for 2026! _____________________________ Thanks to our sponsors A huge shout out to BNZ Cambridge for hosting us, and of course our regular sponsors: Waipā District Council, Rocketspark, Soda INC., and Belle PR. _____________________________ What is Waipā Tech Meetups? This is a new initiative brought to you by Rocketspark, Soda Inc., Belle PR, BNZ, and the Waipā District Council. Waipā Tech Meetups is a series of events, designed to bring Waipā-based tech businesses together for insights from local tech experts (or "tech-sperts"). Expect practical tips and techniques, opportunities to network with like-minded businesses, and drinks and nibbles in a casual, welcoming atmosphere. Who’s it for? Tech businesses and budding entrepreneurs in the Waipā region. What’s on offer? • Key note speakers to talk through the latest tech-related skills, trends, and founder stories • Networking opportunities with local businesses • A relaxed environment with refreshments