Kartini Ludwig is an emerging thought leader in creative AI applications, with particular focus on music technology. As director and founder of Kopi Su Studio and Koup Music, she builds on a decade of experience as a creative producer and digital strategist at the intersection of arts, culture and technology. Kartini’s innovative projects span organisations including Google’s Creative Lab, Creative Australia, Sydney Opera House and Biennale of Sydney. In 2024, Koup Music reached the Top 10 for CSIRO National AI Sprint and became a SXSW Sydney pitch finalist. Kartini has presented at TEDxSydney on her collaborations, including Sonic Mutations and Koup Music.