
AI: Myths, Risks & Benefits
Wed 28 Oct · 09:30
Northern Design Centre
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The Northern Design Centre in Newcastle will host a workshop titled AI: Myths, Risks & Benefits on 28 October 2026. The session starts at 09:30 and aims to address concerns regarding the use of artificial intelligence. Admission is free.
Want to start using artificial intelligence but worried about the risks? This workshop is here to help you.
AI brings real risks alongside the benefits and a lot of organisations are walking into them without realising.
This session is a plain look at where things can go wrong and what it might cost you. We will cover how businesses end up handing over their intellectual property without meaning to, often through everyday use of free tools that train on whatever you feed them.
We will look at how personal information gets exposed and what that means for you and the people you hold data about.
There is also the money side, as many organisations have already been caught out by runaway costs when nobody kept an eye on their usage of AI.
You will leave knowing what to watch for and the practical steps that reduce your exposure.
This sessions is aimed at small businesses and charities who want to use AI sensibly without getting burned. No prior technical knowledge needed.
What's On?
Explore the benefits and the risks of using artificial intelligence.
Learn about how to keep your data and intellectual property safe.
Tips and tricks to using AI sensibly.
About Digital Pathfinders
This fully funded event is part of the Digital Pathfinders programme, supported by the North East Combined Authority. Attendance is exclusive to SMEs, charities, and social enterprises registered or trading in County Durham, Gateshead, Newcastle, North Tyneside, Northumberland, South Tyneside, or Sunderland.
To attend, you'll need to register with the Digital Pathfinders programme, which provides access to additional workshops, events, and one-to-one support. If you haven’t yet registered with the programme, you’ll be prompted to do so after signing up. Registration details can be found at digitalpathfinders.uk.
For questions or accessibility requirements, please email: hello@digitalpathfinders.uk
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Frequently asked questions
AI: Myths, Risks & Benefits takes place on Wednesday, 28 October 2026 at 09:30.
AI: Myths, Risks & Benefits is held at Northern Design Centre in Newcastle upon Tyne (Abbott's Hill, Gateshead, NE8 3DF).
Entry to AI: Myths, Risks & Benefits is free.
The forecast for AI: Myths, Risks & Benefits is Partly cloudy · 10°C.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Northern Design Centre can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for AI: Myths, Risks & Benefits can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
Editorial summaryAbout this event
The Northern Design Centre in Newcastle will host a workshop titled AI: Myths, Risks & Benefits on 28 October 2026. The session starts at 09:30 and aims to address concerns regarding the use of artificial intelligence. Admission is free.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Want to start using artificial intelligence but worried about the risks? This workshop is here to help you.
AI brings real risks alongside the benefits and a lot of organisations are walking into them without realising.
This session is a plain look at where things can go wrong and what it might cost you. We will cover how businesses end up handing over their intellectual property without meaning to, often through everyday use of free tools that train on whatever you feed them.
We will look at how personal information gets exposed and what that means for you and the people you hold data about.
There is also the money side, as many organisations have already been caught out by runaway costs when nobody kept an eye on their usage of AI.
You will leave knowing what to watch for and the practical steps that reduce your exposure.
This sessions is aimed at small businesses and charities who want to use AI sensibly without getting burned. No prior technical knowledge needed.
What's On?
Explore the benefits and the risks of using artificial intelligence.
Learn about how to keep your data and intellectual property safe.
Tips and tricks to using AI sensibly.
About Digital Pathfinders
This fully funded event is part of the Digital Pathfinders programme, supported by the North East Combined Authority. Attendance is exclusive to SMEs, charities, and social enterprises registered or trading in County Durham, Gateshead, Newcastle, North Tyneside, Northumberland, South Tyneside, or Sunderland.
To attend, you'll need to register with the Digital Pathfinders programme, which provides access to additional workshops, events, and one-to-one support. If you haven’t yet registered with the programme, you’ll be prompted to do so after signing up. Registration details can be found at digitalpathfinders.uk.
For questions or accessibility requirements, please email: hello@digitalpathfinders.uk
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Before you goFrequently asked questions
When is AI: Myths, Risks & Benefits?
AI: Myths, Risks & Benefits takes place on Wednesday, 28 October 2026 at 09:30.
Where is AI: Myths, Risks & Benefits taking place?
AI: Myths, Risks & Benefits is held at Northern Design Centre in Newcastle upon Tyne (Abbott's Hill, Gateshead, NE8 3DF).
How much are tickets for AI: Myths, Risks & Benefits?
Entry to AI: Myths, Risks & Benefits is free.
What will the weather be like at AI: Myths, Risks & Benefits?
The forecast for AI: Myths, Risks & Benefits is Partly cloudy · 10°C.
Is there anywhere to stay near AI: Myths, Risks & Benefits?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Northern Design Centre can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for AI: Myths, Risks & Benefits?
Tickets for AI: Myths, Risks & Benefits can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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