Welcome to the latest edition of the HantsAI Newsletter, spotlighting the top AI-related events happening across Hampshire and the Solent region this December and January.
This issue brings together every confirmed face-to-face and virtual event sourced from local networks, Eventbrite, TechSolent, university channels, and regional organisers. Whether you’re an AI professional, researcher, entrepreneur, or enthusiast, there’s something to join — from hands-on workshops and business clinics to academic lectures and professional development programmes.
Scroll down for our Top Picks, the Full Event Listings, a look at What’s Ahead in Feb–Mar, and the latest AI news from Hampshire.
Top Picks
Thu 4 Dec – Online
Responsible Handover of AI Webinar (RAi UK)Learn best practices for safely transitioning AI systems into real-world environments as part of the University of Southampton’s Responsible AI programme.
Fri 12 Dec – Southampton
Southampton Business Clinic (OVIC / Growth Hub)
Free business support for startups and growing firms at Ocean Village Innovation Centre.
Solent EventsWed 17 Dec – Southampton
Lecture: Artificial Intelligence and Military Ethics (KES)
Professor Christian Enemark explores ethical challenges in military AI applications.
Tickets on TicketSourceTue 13 Jan – Southampton Science Park
Sales Meets AI: Smarter Selling for Faster Growth (Hampshire Growth Hub)
Practical workshop on integrating AI into sales, led by Roya Croudace and Vasilij Nevlev.
Tickets on EventbriteTue 13 Jan – Southampton
Responsible Generative AI in Practice Workshop (AiLab / Solent Growth Partnership)
Invite-only deep dive into safely deploying generative AI across business operations.
Solent Events
Full Event Listings (Dec-Jan 2025/26)
Date & Time | Event (Host) | Venue / City | Type | Cost | RSVP / Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Thu 4 Dec, 13:00–13:45 | Responsible Handover of AI Webinar (RAi UK) | Online (University of Southampton) | Webinar | Free | |
Fri 12 Dec, 10:00–16:00 | Southampton Business Clinic (Ocean Village Innovation Centre) | Ocean Village Innovation Centre, Southampton | Business Support Clinic | Invite-only | |
Wed 17 Dec, 19:00- 20:30 | Lecture: Artificial Intelligence and Military Ethics (King Edward VI School) | 1553 Room, King Edward VI School, Southampton | Public Lecture | Free | |
Tue 13 Jan, 09:00–13:00 | Responsible Generative AI in Practice (SBSS Events) | Queens Hotel, Southsea (SBSS Events) | Workshop | Get in touch | |
Tue 13 Jan (Full Day) | Transforming Research into Action: AI-Focused Interactive Workshop (Exeter / Remote Options) | University of Exeter (remote option available) | Academic Workshop | Free / Limited Places | |
Tue 13 Jan, 09.30-13:00 | Sales Meets AI: Smarter Selling for Faster Growth (Future Towns Innovation Hub, ) | University Parkway, Southampton | Practical workshop | Free | |
Fri 16 Jan, 10:00-13:00 | Practical AI Workshop: Mastering Generative AI for Business (Activate Learning) | Activate Learning Colleges (Guildford, Reading, or onsite) | Practical workshop | £120 | |
Mon 20 Jan, 09:00–16:00 | Explainability in Speech and Audio AI at the Edge | University of Southampton, Building 100, Room 4011 | Training & Technical Workshop | Free |
📰 Hampshire AI in the News
Hampshire Police trial UK’s first AI virtual assistant “Bobbi”
AI-powered service handling non-emergency public queries, freeing officers to focus on complex cases.
Read More →Southampton spinout Absolar wins sustainability award for AI solar tech
Absolar recognised for its AI-driven rooftop solar mapping technology at the South Coast Tech & Innovation Awards 2025.
Full Story →Solent region chosen for national AI skills pilot
Solent Growth Partnership secures a pioneering AI Skills Partnership to train an AI-ready workforce across Hampshire.
Read More →
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