EVENTS

Our events in the areas of Big Data and Research Innovation include a diverse set of topics such as Future, Strategy, Technology, Applications, and Management.

If you feel that your event or event series should be part of this event calendar, just contact us!

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Thursday, July 7th, 2026 | 09:00 - 11:00

From data centres to climate goals: International standards for a more energy efficient AI

online

Every AI system runs on electricity. The servers that power large language models, the data centres that host cloud infrastructure, the grids that keep it all running — all of it consumes energy, and that consumption is growing fast. The International Energy Agency projects a dramatic increase in energy demand from data centres globally in the years ahead. For grids, for climate commitments, and for countries that want to participate in the AI economy, this is not a background issue. It is a central one.

Yet in most conversations about AI — about its governance, its risks, its potential — the crucial energy question is often absent.

Institutions

  • AI for Good
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Tuesday, July 7th - Friday 10th, 2026 | various times

AI for Good - Global Summit 2026

Geneva, Switzerland & online

AI for Good is unlocking AI’s potential to serve humanity

AI for Good is organized by ITU in partnership with over 50 UN Sister Agencies and co-convened with the Government of Switzerland.

The inaugural Global Dialogue on AI Governance, established under the recent landmark UN General Assembly Resolution A/79/L.118 on AI, and hosted by the UN Secretary-General with ITU’s support, will be held back-to-back along the margins of the 2026 AI for Good Global Summit.

Institutions
  • AI for Good
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Wednesday, July 8th, 2026 | 18:15 - 19:45 p.m.

Public Lecture Series: Taming the Machines. The Influence of AI on Democracy

Flü­gelbau Ost, 2. OG, Raum O 221 Ed­mund-Siemers-Allee 1, 20146 Ham­burg

Prof. Dr. Tilo Wesche, Carl von Ossietzky Universität Oldenburg, DE

Artificial intelligence is rapidly becoming a structuring force in contemporary life. From scientific research and public administration to everyday communication and self-understanding, AI systems shape how we act, decide, and relate to one another. Yet their rapid diffusion raises urgent philosophical and political questions: What kind of progress does AI promise and for whom? How do algorithmic systems transform responsibility, agency, and justice? Who is likely to suffer from the watchful eye of AI systems? Can democratic societies meaningfully govern technologies that increasingly govern them?

This semester of Taming the Machines explores these questions from interdisciplinary perspectives in philosophy, political theory, and science and technology studies. We invite you to reflect with us on AI as a site of power and normativity, and examine its role in economic and political ordering, surveillance and security, knowledge production, and the formation of subjectivity. And also to considers more intimate dimensions, such has how interactions with such systems might reshape self-knowledge, dialogue, creativity, and even solitude.

Institutions
  • UHH
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Thursday, June 9th, 2026 | 11:00 a.m.

55th HiRSE Seminar | “Exploring the Lifecycle of Research Software: Insights from a Literature Review and Empirical Study”

via Zoom

Aditi Punetha from RWTH Aachen University will join us at the HiRSE Seminar Series to talk about “Exploring the Lifecycle of Research Software: Insights from a Literature Review and Empirical Study”

Abstract: Modern science relies on research software to enable data analysis, simulation, and experimentation across domains. Yet, research environments are dynamic and entail funding constraints, posing challenges for the stability and maintenance of research software. This thesis explores the lifecycle of research software with the help of a semi-structured literature review and an empirical study. 
The literature review examines traditional software development lifecycle models, such as the waterfall and spiral models. It offers a comparison with frameworks tailored specifically for research contexts, such as the research software maturity model and FAIR4RS principles. The literature review showcases that traditional software development lifecycles offer beneficial structural organisation and quality assurance principles, but their linear approach and inflexibility complicate their applicability to the research environment. Read more

Institutions

  • Helmholtz Platform for Research Software Engineering - Preparatory Study
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Thursday, July 10th, 2026 | 13:30 - 15:30

The AI doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist (Focus Features)

online

From the Academy Award–winning teams behind Everything Everywhere All at Once and Navalny comes a hand-made, eye-opening documentary about the most powerful technology humanity has ever created—and what’s at stake if we get it wrong. Co-directed by Daniel Roher (Oscar winner for Navalny) and Charlie Tyrell and produced by Daniel Kwan, the film follows Roher as impending fatherhood forces a question haunting every parent-to-be: is this a good or bad time to bring a child into the world? To find out, he sits down with the people building our future and those warning us about it—among them Sam Altman, Dario and Daniela Amodei, Demis Hassabis, Yuval Noah Harari, and Tristan Harris. Moving between dread and wonder, it refuses easy answers, asking why we aren’t talking more about a future we may not be able to undo, and inviting us to choose hope with eyes wide open.

Following the screening, guests sit in conversation with Tristan Harris and Aza Raskin—co-founders of the Center for Humane Technology and co-hosts of Your Undivided Attention podcast. Harris, a former Google design ethicist and central voice in The Social Dilemma, and Raskin, a National Geographic Explorer who also founded Earth Species Project to decode animal communication, together embody the film’s central wager: that awareness, shared honestly, is the first step toward a future worth wanting

Institutions

  • AI for Good
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Monday, July 13th, 2026 | 17:15 - 18:45 p.m.

Informatics colloquium: Talk: Prof. Dr. Linda Kleist

Bundesstraße 56b, Hörsaal 2

Prof. Dr. Linda Kleist, Universität Hamburg, ALGO

TBA

Institution

  • UHH
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Monday, August 10th, 2026 | 15:00 - 17:00 p.m.

Basiswissen Cybersecurity, Awareness und agentische KI

Digital Hub Logistics, Am Sandtorkai 32, 20457 Hamburg

Der Workshop von 3S – Solution Support Service bietet dir eine praktische Einführung in den Schutz vor Cyberangriffen für kleine und mittelständische Unternehmen (KMU).

Was dich erwartet:

• Einblick in die Bedrohungslage für KMU
• Schwerpunktthema: KI als Schwachstelle
• Live-Hacking erleben – wie Angreifer vorgehen
• Verständliche Erklärungen zu IT-Sicherheit und richtigen Reaktionen
• Tipps zu E-Mail-, Download- und Web-Management
• Bedeutung und Funktion eines Backups
• Praxisnahe Alltagstipps, um Ihr Unternehmen zu schützen

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Sunday, August 23th - 28th, 2026

Digital Transformation of Research and Digital Centers in the Science Landscape

Schloss Dagstuhl

This Dagstuhl Seminar seeks to ignite a focused dialogue on the strategic positioning and practical implementation of digital transformation in scientific research. Central to our discussion will be the role of Digital Centers or Hubs as flagship components of modern research infrastructure and the significance of Research Software Engineering (RSE) and Research Data Management (RDM) as essential enablers of their success.

The seminar's guiding question is: How can digital transformation be effectively embedded in the research landscape? Should it be steered centrally via comprehensive digital centers or emerge through decentralized, institution-driven initiatives? We will explore the strengths, limitations, and potential synergies of both models, with the goal of deriving actionable insights for sustainable digital infrastructure strategies.

Another focus is on the tension between disciplinary specificity and transdisciplinarity: Should digital competence centers closely align with specific research domains, or should they work across disciplines to foster collaboration and shared innovation? Understanding this balance is crucial for building effective, scalable digital ecosystems across institutions and research communities.
For more information please read here

Institutions

  • Indiana University - Bloomington, US
  • Universität Kiel, DE
  • Universität Innsbruck, AT
  • HCDS, Universität Hamburg, DE
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Wednesday, August 26th, 2026 | 09:00 - 10:00 a.m.

HUL - Short Sessions: Gemeinsamer Kompass: KI-Nutzung mit Studierenden besprechen

Hamburger Zentrum für Universitäres Lernen und Lehren (HUL), Digital

Sie möchten entspannt beim Kaffee die Lehre weiterentwickeln? Dann sind Sie hier richtig!

In einstündigen, interaktiven Websessions möchten wir Ihnen die Möglichkeit geben, sich über Fragen und Herausforderungen der Lehre auszutauschen und voneinander zu lernen.

Es sind ausdrücklich alle an der Lehre interessierten Personen der UHH herzlich eingeladen, an den Websessions teilzunehmen, also z. B. auch Tutorinnen und Tutoren sowie Studierende ohne eigene Lehrerfahrung.

Sie benötigen die Zugangsdaten? Da dieser Kalender öffentlich ist, können wir die Daten leider nicht direkt hier aufführen. Wir senden Ihnen die Zugangsdaten aber gern umgehend, wenn Sie von Ihrer UHH-E-Mailadresse eine E-Mail an websessions.hul@uni-hamburg.de senden.

Es gibt keine Beschränkung der Plätze. Sie können also gern spontan zu den Terminen kommen, die Sie interessieren.

Bei Fragen zum Angebot erreichen Sie uns per E-Mail (shorts.hul@uni-hamburg.de) oder Telefon (+49 40 2395-29624).

Institutions

  • Hamburger Zentrum für Universitäres Lernen und Lehren (HUL)
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Thursday, August 27th, 2026 | 10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

Prompt. Generate. Play. Let's generate Videos! – Teil 1: KI in der Videoproduktion – Überblick & Grundlagen

via Zoom

Diese Online-Schulung bietet einen kompakten Überblick über aktuelle Anwendungen künstlicher Intelligenz in der Videoproduktion. Sie lernen, wie KI-Tools bereits heute die Erstellung, Bearbeitung und Optimierung von Videos verändern und neue kreative Möglichkeiten eröffnen.
Im Fokus stehen grundlegende Workflows der generativen Videoproduktion: von der Entwicklung einfacher Prompts bis hin zur Generierung kurzer Bewegtbildsequenzen aus Text- und Bildvorlagen.
Anhand praxisnaher Beispiele erhalten Sie einen ersten Einblick in mögliche zukünftige Produktionsprozesse und verstehen, wie generative KI die Videoproduktion nachhaltig verändert.

Die Schulung richtet sich an Einsteiger*innen ohne Vorkenntnisse und vermittelt einen verständlichen Einstieg in die KI-gestützte Videoproduktion.

Als virtuellen Lernort werden wir ZOOM nutzen. Der ZOOM-Link wird einen Tag vor Schulungsbeginn bis 13:00 Uhr versendet.

Institutions

  • Multimedia Kontor Hamburg gGmbH
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Tuesday, September 8th, 2026 | 13:00 - 18:00

KI-Summit 2026

Handelskammer Hamburg, Adolphsplatz 1, 20457 Hamburg

Zum achten Mal laden die Handelskammer Hamburg, das ARIC e.V. und das Mittelstand-Digital Zentrum zum KI Summit ein – dem Treffpunkt für alle, die KI strategisch nutzen möchten. 
Erlebe praxisnahe Impulse, interaktive Breakout-Sessions und Keynotes zu den großen aktuellen Entwicklungen im Bereich KI. Nutze die Gelegenheit, um dich zum Thema KI auf den neuesten Stand zu bringen und dich mit Expertinnen, Experten und Gleichgesinnten zu vernetzen.

Programm

Interaktiver Prompt-a-thon zum KI Summit von ThIS e.V. 

Die Teilnahme am Vormittag erfordert eine separate Anmeldung hier

Für mehr Informationen zum Programm besuche uns gerne hier: KI-SUMMIT 2026 - Künstliche Intelligenz in Hamburg

Institution

  • Handelskammer Hamburg
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Monday, September 14th - Thursday, 17th, 2026 | 09:00 - 18:00 p.m.

KONVENS 2026

will be announced soon

In 2026, the Conference on Natural Language Processing (KONVENS) will be hosted in Hamburg by the University of Hamburg We look forward to welcoming the NLP community to Hamburg for an inspiring exchange of ideas and research.

Within this ecosystem, the University of Hamburg plays a flagship role, with internationally recognized research in natural language processing (NLP), computational linguistics, and AI-driven language technologies.

By hosting KONVENS 2026 in Hamburg, we aim to highlight the city’s growing importance as a science hub and its contributions to the field of computational linguistics, while offering participants an inspiring environment for knowledge exchange and collaboration.

Institutions

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Wednesday, September 16th, 2026 | 09:00 - 17:00 p.m.

Regularization in Image Reconstruction: From Model to Data Driven Methods

online

This 7-hours course covers typical mathematical tasks and caveats of image reconstruction problems. We introduce the theoretical framework of inverse problems and how different imaging modalities and measurement errors can lead to unfavorable reconstructions. Furthermore, we consider regularization strategies to overcome these issues, both from the theoretical and practical side. This fundamental knowledge is to be used as a starting point for self-guided learning during and beyond the course time. Basing off of the classical regularization approaches, the course further gives an introduction into deep learning for inverse problems. Finally, we also explore the Bayesian viewpoint, where we also consider the problem of uncertainty quantification.

The workshop covers a lecture and a tutorial part with hands-on, during which the instructors are available for instructions, feedback and advice.

NOTE: Registration will open August 19, 2026, 12 pm.

Institutions
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Fridday, September 18th, 2026 | 09:00 - 10:00 a.m.

HUL - Short Sessions: Gute Aufgaben mit KI entwickeln: Einstieg erleichtern, Anspruch erhalten

Hamburger Zentrum für Universitäres Lernen und Lehren (HUL), Digital

Sie möchten entspannt beim Kaffee die Lehre weiterentwickeln? Dann sind Sie hier richtig!

In einstündigen, interaktiven Websessions möchten wir Ihnen die Möglichkeit geben, sich über Fragen und Herausforderungen der Lehre auszutauschen und voneinander zu lernen.

Es sind ausdrücklich alle an der Lehre interessierten Personen der UHH herzlich eingeladen, an den Websessions teilzunehmen, also z. B. auch Tutorinnen und Tutoren sowie Studierende ohne eigene Lehrerfahrung.

Sie benötigen die Zugangsdaten? Da dieser Kalender öffentlich ist, können wir die Daten leider nicht direkt hier aufführen. Wir senden Ihnen die Zugangsdaten aber gern umgehend, wenn Sie von Ihrer UHH-E-Mailadresse eine E-Mail an websessions.hul@uni-hamburg.de senden.

Es gibt keine Beschränkung der Plätze. Sie können also gern spontan zu den Terminen kommen, die Sie interessieren.

Bei Fragen zum Angebot erreichen Sie uns per E-Mail (shorts.hul@uni-hamburg.de) oder Telefon (+49 40 2395-29624).

Institutions

  • Hamburger Zentrum für Universitäres Lernen und Lehren (HUL)
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Tuesday, 22nd - 23th September, 2026

Workshop on AI-supported Research Software Engineering

Goettingen, Germany

We are excited to announce the Workshop on AI-Supported Research Software Engineering, an interactive event for research software engineers and scientists engaged in developing and maintaining research software in the era of AI.

The workshop addresses the challenges and opportunities research software engineers face in AI-supported research software development.
  • You have not used AI tools in research software development yet, and would like to learn about possibilities and limitations?
  • You are using AI tools quite extensively in your research software development, and would like to exchange knowledge and experience, as well as work towards best practices in AI-supported research software development?
Then this workshop is a great match for you! We will offer highlight talks and hands-on sessions/discussions.

Refer to this website for upcoming program details and registration.

Your orga team: Stephan Janosch, Inga Ulusoy, Mustafa Dogan, Bernadette Fritzsch, Bela Gipp, Lukas Netz, Sebastian Nielebock

Institutions

  • Georg-August-Universität Göttingen

 

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Tuesday, September 29th, 2026 | 18:30 - 21:00 p.m.

AI Mix & Mingle in June | KI-Stammtisch im Juni

Zoë II - Sofabar, Neuer Pferdemarkt 17, 20359 Hamburg

We are calling in all AI enthusiasts in Hamburg. Let's talk and exchange thoughts and ideas!

Meet other AI and tech enthusiasts at our well-established AI Meetup, bringing together the Hamburg AI scene for more than three years. Join us for the AI Mix & Mingle at Sofabar, where you can chat casually, exchange ideas, or discuss your AI projects. There are no presentations—the focus is on networking and open conversation.

While your registration is not mandatory, it is appreciated. You would make our reporting easier if you sign up on Eventbrite. But feel free to drop by spontaneously, too, to connect with us and others, build networks, and dive into interesting conversations about AI and beyond!

We are lookimg forward to seeing you there!
For any questions, comments, or feedback, please email us at: cm@aric-hamburg.de
More information on our website

Institutions

  • Artificial Intelligence Center Hamburg (ARIC) e.V.
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Tuesday, November 10th, 2026 | 10:00 a.m.

ViTeach 26 – Facts. Fake. Future?!

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Die ViTeach 26 fragt am 10. November 2026 unter dem Motto „Facts. Fake. Future?!“, wie videobasierte Hochschullehre in Zeiten von Künstlicher Intelligenz glaubwürdig, didaktisch durchdacht und technisch zukunftsfähig gestaltet werden kann. Im Mittelpunkt stehen drei Bereiche, die Lehren und Lernen derzeit prägen: KI und Verantwortung, Didaktik und Produktion sowie Technik in der videobasierten Hochschullehre.
In einer Zeit, in der sich Fakten und Fälschungen immer schwerer unterscheiden lassen, gewinnen Fragen nach Glaubwürdigkeit und Verantwortung an Gewicht. Wie verändern soziale Medien die Lehre? Welche Auswirkungen haben täuschend echte, KI-generierte Inhalte auf Lehrende und Lernende, und wie gehen wir verantwortungsvoll mit ihnen um? Solche Fragen rücken in den Blick, sobald Technologie und Verantwortung zusammen gedacht werden.

Das Programm verbindet Beiträge aus Forschung und Praxis mit einer abschließenden Podiumsrunde und lässt Raum für Austausch und Diskussion. Ein weiterer Schwerpunkt liegt auf der automatischen Videoverarbeitung: Wie verändert sich ein System wie Opencast in Zeiten von KI? Wie kann KI-gestützte Videoanalyse die tägliche Arbeit unterstützen, und welche Features lassen sich leicht in die eigene Praxis übernehmen?
Ganz gleich, ob Sie erste Schritte in der videobasierten Lehre unternehmen oder bereits erfahren sind, die ViTeach 26 lädt Sie ein, sich gemeinsam mit anderen Lehrenden, Mediendidaktiker*innen und Technikinteressierten auszutauschen und die Zukunft der digitalen Lehre aktiv mitzugestalten.

Institutions

  • Multimedia Kontor Hamburg gGmbH
  • ELAN e.V.
  • VCRP
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Tuesday, November 24th, 2026 | 18:30 - 21:00 p.m.

AI Mix & Mingle in June | KI-Stammtisch im Juni

Zoë II - Sofabar, Neuer Pferdemarkt 17, 20359 Hamburg

We are calling in all AI enthusiasts in Hamburg. Let's talk and exchange thoughts and ideas!

Meet other AI and tech enthusiasts at our well-established AI Meetup, bringing together the Hamburg AI scene for more than three years. Join us for the AI Mix & Mingle at Sofabar, where you can chat casually, exchange ideas, or discuss your AI projects. There are no presentations—the focus is on networking and open conversation.

While your registration is not mandatory, it is appreciated. You would make our reporting easier if you sign up on Eventbrite. But feel free to drop by spontaneously, too, to connect with us and others, build networks, and dive into interesting conversations about AI and beyond!

We are lookimg forward to seeing you there!
For any questions, comments, or feedback, please email us at: cm@aric-hamburg.de
More information on our website

Institutions

  • Artificial Intelligence Center Hamburg (ARIC) e.V.

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