In this Scottish AI Playbook webinar we explored what AI adoption really looks like for charities and social enterprises working across Scotland. John Fitzgerald, Digital Evolution Manager at SCVO, shared insights into where the sector currently stands with AI, moving beyond the headlines to examine the practical applications, challenges, and opportunities facing organisations of all sizes.

In this session, we discussed:

• Real-world AI use cases emerging across Scottish charities and social enterprises
• How to weigh up costs and benefits for both your organisation and the communities you serve
• Key ethical considerations and safeguarding concerns that matter in the third sector
• The challenge of implementing AI with limited budgets and short-term funding pressures
• How SCVO is supporting members with practical tools, guidance, and peer learning
• First steps for getting started responsibly, regardless of your organisation's size or technical expertise

Whether you're just beginning to explore AI or looking to develop your approach, this webinar will provide honest, practical guidance rooted in the realities of third sector work in Scotland.

For more information on adopting AI responsibly, check out the Scottish AI Playbook at https://scottishaiplaybook.com

As Scotland develops its AI ecosystem, one of the critical questions is: how do we ensure AI innovation benefits workers, not just shareholders?

Listen to our latest webinar (original broadcast date Wednesday, November 12th) featuring Adam Cantwell-Corn from the TUC discussing:

• How worker involvement improves AI implementation effectiveness

• Why public bodies need alternatives to Big Tech vendor lock-in

• Five building blocks for pro-worker AI innovation

• International examples showing what's possible

To find out more about responsible AI adoption for businesses, check out the Scottish AI Playbook - an ever-expanding suite of resources, webinars, podcasts and events: https://scottishaiplaybook.com

In this webinar from the Scottish AI Playbook series, John Callagy, Head of Growth and Strategy at the Cyber and Fraud Center and co-founder of the Cyber and Fraud Hub, explores the intersection of artificial intelligence and cybersecurity in Scotland.

John discusses how AI is being weaponized by criminals for sophisticated phishing attacks, malware creation, and social engineering, while emphasizing that small organizations and charities face just as much risk as large enterprises. He shares practical insights from real Scottish cyberattacks, explaining how incidents can devastate organizations through legal fees, revenue loss, and reputational damage.

If you'd like to learn more about the Scottish AI Playbook or watch previous episodes, go to scottishaiplaybook.com