News

Topical, timely, and thought-provoking updates and futures thinking from our community and ecosystem.

Subscribe to updates

Get the latest news from Edinburgh Futures Institute delivered to your inbox.

Search news
Search news by theme
People enjoy food and conversations at outdoor picnic tables on a grassy area, with a large historic building and festival marquees in the background under a cloudy sky.

From diverse art exhibitions, conversations about the arts and technology, and creative partnerships, Edinburgh Futures Institute is thrilled to be taking part in this year’s summer festivals.

A group of people sit at a table in a meeting room whilst a woman stands nearby, listening. Computer monitors and informational posters are visible in the background.

Edinburgh Futures Institute, in partnership with Phoenix Court Works and Next Economy Trust, has delivered a new initiative that aims  to educate and upskill  Edinburgh citizens in the use and ethics of AI.

Three people sit in green chairs on a stage, engaged in conversation. Two women face a man holding a tablet. There are glasses of water on a small round table. Black curtains hang in the background.

We are sad to hear of the death of the artist Christine Borland, who designed the extraordinary Edinburgh Seven Tapestry, the first major artwork in our building.

Two people present at a lectern in front of a screen to a seated group in a bright conference room. The screen displays text. Attendees listen, taking notes with name cards and water bottles on the tables.

The University of Edinburgh and NatWest Group have worked together on delivering an AI & Data Ethics programme for 60,000 staff, developed in partnership with Edinburgh Futures Institute.

A huge congratulations to all our Summer 2026 graduates!

Graphic with "Future University" text, Edinburgh Futures Institute logo, event dates 17-18 September 2026, abstract blue and orange design on the right, and location: Edinburgh Futures Institute.

Join our Future University events programme in 2026, a bold exploration of how universities can evolve to meet the challenges of a rapidly changing world.


Follow us @uoe_efi

For media enquiries contact:

Headshot of Katrina Macapagal

Katrina Macapagal

Communications & Marketing Officer

Join us to challenge, create, and make change happen.

#ChallengeCreateChange