Austin, Texas · Since 2006 · 501(c)(3) nonprofit
Technology,
in service of society.
The Austin Forum on Technology & Society connects a diverse community of tech leaders, experts, and enthusiasts to explore transformative technologies, share insights, and drive meaningful impact across technology and society.
Next upThe Data Center Dialogue: A Community Town Hall on the Realities, Risks, and Rewards of AI Infrastructure
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM · The Center for Government & Civic Service
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Upcoming & recent events
Three formats, every month
Learn, question, and connect
Second Tuesday · In person
Presentation & networking
Our premier monthly events: an hour-long expert presentation, open Q&A with the speaker, then refreshments and networking.
See what's comingMonthly · Online or in person
Discussion events
Intimate, expert-moderated conversations about technology and its implications for society, held completely online or completely in person.
Join a discussionBetween events · In person
Meetups & more
In-person meetups, workshops, and book discussions that keep the conversation going between monthly presentations.
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One of Austin's largest & oldest tech organizations
A forum in the truest sense — open to everyone
The Austin Forum explores technologies through the lens of their influence and impact on society. Everyone is invited to attend monthly presentations and discussion events, virtually or in person, to ask questions and share experiences and ideas.
Beyond events, the Forum publishes the Austin Forum Upload podcast and hosts a Slack workspace where tech leaders, professionals, learners, and enthusiasts continue the conversation.
Founded under TACC; relaunched downtown by Vizias in 2015
The Austin Forum Upload podcast · On hiatus — returning fall 2026
Latest: Episode 79 — Hot Takes and Real Talk on AI with Paco Nathan - Part 1
Insights, expertise, and opinions from experts, leaders, innovators, and creators — in informative but informal interviews and conversations.
Annual & in-kind partners
Backed by world-class and visionary organizations
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The newsletter announces event registrations, shares new podcasts and blogs, and keeps the community updated on Austin Forum programming.
Between events, the conversation continues in the Austin Forum Slack workspace — before and after every presentation, discussion, and meetup.
