Toti-Hone Ihaka Kidwell Rangawhenua

My focus is on advancing machine learning systems that align with tikanga Māori and enhance Māori Tino Rangatiratanga and digital independence. These technologies must respect Māori knowledge systems, empowering our people. Machine learning’s ability to interpret English and Western history surpasses human capacity, enabling us to better protect our land, resources, and environment. The integration of quantum computing with machine learning presents opportunities to address challenges unique to our people, while ensuring these technologies are developed and controlled by Māori, retaining full ownership and leadership over our knowledge, data, and technological future.