Q+A: The AI breakthroughs exciting Microsoft’s Australia boss

Q+A: The AI breakthroughs exciting Microsoft’s Australia boss

Author: Fear and Greed April 20, 2026 Duration: 10:57

Artificial intelligence is moving beyond hype, and starting to deliver real-world results.

Sean Aylmer speaks with Jane Livesey, President of Microsoft Australia and New Zealand, about the AI breakthroughs that are improving outcomes for businesses and organisations. From accelerating cancer research with organisations like the Cancer Council to improving education and customer experience, Livesey explains where AI is already making a difference - as well as where companies are getting it wrong.

This Thursday, Sydney will be home to the Microsoft AI Tour (April 23), featuring some of the biggest names in technology and business, including Satya Nadella, Chairman and CEO of Microsoft. To find out more, click here.

Fear & Greed is a partner of Microsoft for this event.

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