​AI is reshaping the world faster than ever — but what will Australia’s AI landscape look like in 2026?
Join us for an exclusive Sydney AI Meetup hosted by JR Academy × Canva × AFAA, bringing together developers, founders, students, and AI enthusiasts for an evening of insights, inspiration, and real-world knowledge.

​This meetup brings four heavyweight speakers from industry, policy, academia, and startup innovation — giving you a 360° view of Australia’s AI future:
from macro trends → legal frameworks → industry applications → startup journeys.

​Whether you're building AI, adopting AI, or exploring AI, this event will help you understand what’s coming next — and how to get ahead.

​✨ What You’ll Learn

• ​The major AI trends shaping Australia by 2026

• ​How AI regulation & legal frameworks will evolve

• ​Real demos of AI applications across industries

• ​How an AI product goes from idea → MVP → real users

• ​Actionable insights for founders, developers & tech learners

​🎙 Speaker Lineup

​1️⃣ Vision — Fang

​Topic: AI Future in Australia 2026
A macro-level overview of the opportunities, risks, and emerging shifts in Australia’s AI ecosystem.

​2️⃣ Framework — Raymond Sun

​Topic: Legal Regulatory Landscape in Australia & Prediction for the Future of AI
Understand the rules of the game: compliance, risks, upcoming AI laws, and how AI governance is evolving.

​3️⃣ Real-World Impact — Kevin Wong

​Topic: Real World AI: Demos of AI Applications Across Industries
Live demos showing how AI is already transforming finance, health, education, logistics, and more.

​4️⃣ Founder Journey — Ajain

​Topic: From Ideation to Product: Brainfish
A real founder story — how a startup turns an AI idea into a product used by thousands.

​👥 Who Should Attend

​This meetup is perfect for:

• ​Developers & Engineers

• ​Tech Founders & Startup Teams

• ​Product Managers & Designers

• ​Students & Early-career tech learners

• ​AI enthusiasts curious about Australia’s future

• ​Anyone exploring AI adoption in business

​No matter your level — beginner or expert — this event will give you valuable clarity about AI’s direction in Australia.