AI Debate Explores Future at MCA Sydney

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<h2>Experts and Artists Converge on AI’s Impact</h2>

SYDNEY — The AI debate will be the focus of a significant event at the Museum of Contemporary Art Australia (MCA) on Friday, 24 April 2026. The event, titled ‘AI: Breakthrough or Breaking Point?’, is a collaborative initiative with UNSW’s Centre for Ideas and promises to bring together leading minds to discuss the potential and pitfalls of artificial intelligence.

Featuring live talks, performances, and technological displays, the event aims to address both the promising and concerning aspects of AI. According to UNSW Scientia Professor Toby Walsh, who will speak at the event, it is crucial for governments and big tech to regulate AI responsibly.

Exploring the Intersection of Art and AI

Interdisciplinary artist Xanthe Dobbie will engage audiences via a holographic display, exploring creative practices in a post-truth world. Creative technologist <a href=”https://melbourne-insider.au/tag/rodolfo-ocampo/” title=”Rodolfo Ocampo” rel=”noopener”>Rodolfo Ocampo</a> will present a video installation based on his research into human-AI co-creativity, conducted during his PhD at UNSW.

Dr. Sue Keay, Director of the UNSW AI Institute, will host short talks featuring various experts. Among the speakers are UNSW Professor Joel Pearson, discussing intuition and AI, and Dr. Karaitiana Taiuru, addressing Māori data sovereignty. Professor Angie Abdilla will contribute insights on cultural governance in AI.

The MCA, located on Warrane, Sydney Harbour, is renowned for exhibiting <a href=”https://melbourne-insider.au/tag/contemporary-art/” title=”contemporary art” rel=”noopener”>contemporary art</a> from Australia and beyond. This event aligns with a broader trend of increasing interest in the implications of AI technology across different sectors. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage in discussions, gain new insights, and network with professionals in the field, making it a comprehensive exploration of AI’s role in modern society.

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Last updated: 29 June 2026, 12:30 pm

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Daniel Rolph is the editor of Melbourne Insider, covering hospitality, venue openings and events across Melbourne. With over 15 years’ experience in marketing and media, he brings a commercial, newsroom-focused approach to accurate and timely local reporting.
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