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➤ AI Latest News: $9M AI Bet in MENA! 🚀 The man betting everything on AI and Bill Belichick A Scale AI alum just raised $9 million to develop AI solutions for critical industries in the MENA region. This signals massive opportunity for builders looking to tap into emerging AI markets beyond traditional hubs. Meanwhile, UNC is merging two schools to create a new AI-focused entity, showing how universities are rapidly restructuring to prioritize AI education. This institutional shift creates incredible opportunities for academic collaborations and talent development pipelines. But watch out: institutional restructuring around AI can cause uncertainty among existing faculty and students about the future of traditional disciplines. The rapid pivot to AI-first approaches needs careful management to avoid alienating valuable expertise. What emerging AI markets are you watching? Drop your thoughts below! 👇 #AI #Education #Investment 🔗 Source: https://lnkd.in/eb4gUtxb

✨ Building Trustworthy and Inclusive AI Sasu Tarkoma, Dean of the Faculty of Science, shared sharp insights on how we can develop AI systems responsibly and collaboratively. He emphasized that progress in AI depends on our ability to: 💡 Work together across disciplines and sectors 🧪 Experiment in “sandboxes” (maybe even outside them) and contribute to regulation ⚖️ Build trustworthy and reliable systems that are inclusive by design 📚 Support upskilling so more people can understand and contribute He also pointed to the rise of the AI platform economy: • Closed ecosystems create complications • Open source and lean deployment are fundamental • Science should be a process of co-discovery Event: Transforming Development: AI, Innovation & Partnerships for the SDGs — co-organized by UN Global Pulse, the Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland, and the University of Helsinki. #UNGPAccelerator #AI #Innovation #SDGs #Partnerships4SDGs University of Helsinki United Nations Global Pulse

General Luong Tam Quang, Politburo member and Minister of Public Security, highlighted AI as a core technology of the Fourth Industrial Revolution with the power to reshape the global order. The Communist Party of Vietnam supports science, technology, innovation, and national digital transformation, including AI, as key drivers to escape the middle-income trap and achieve the country’s 2045 goal of becoming a high-income developed nation. Resolution No. 57-NQ/TW emphasizes strategic technology development, especially AI, as essential for enhancing production, reforming governance, and advancing socio-economic growth. Professor Dr. Nguyen Xuan Thang emphasized the urgent need for Vietnam to define its position in AI within a competitive global environment by building a safe, effective, and human-centric AI ecosystem. He stressed that technology is a tool, but humans remain the critical factor in its success. Minister of Science and Technology Nguyen Manh Hung called AI a major opportunity for Vietnam to boost productivity, economic growth, competitiveness, governance, and national defense. He advocated for a declaration of AI strategy focusing on the values of humanity, safety, autonomy, cooperation, inclusiveness, and sustainability. Truong Gia Binh, Chairman of FPT Corporation, underscored AI’s potential to increase labor productivity tenfold and noted the need for a revolutionary mindset to seize its opportunities. Minister Nguyen Manh Hung stressed reforming the education system as the critical solution, proposing that children begin learning with and alongside AI from first grade. This approach aims to prepare future generations for unpredictable changes in the job market by overhauling teaching, learning, and assessment methods centered on AI. Vietnam’s AI sector is projected to contribute up to $80 billion, or 12% of GDP, by 2030 if widely adopted. Currently, 75% of Vietnamese businesses use AI in sales, and many major corporations are investing heavily in AI to drive growth and enhance long-term competitiveness. #AI #Vietnam https://lnkd.in/g2hNdcSp

✨ Reflections on Africa’s First IT Indaba Attending Africa’s first IT Indaba was an incredibly enriching experience — a convergence of thought leaders, innovators, and educators driving the future of technology on the continent. From insightful keynote sessions to dynamic panel discussions, the exchange of ideas was immense and inspiring. I had the privilege of connecting with industry experts whose perspectives will add great value to how we prepare and empower our students in the classroom. 💡 A key takeaway: Artificial Intelligence (AI) has evolved far beyond imagination. As educators, we must begin shaping policies and learning frameworks that enable our students to learn, innovate, and be assessed ethically and effectively using AI. AI is not just the future of IT — it is the present, and it’s redefining how we teach, learn, and lead in the digital era. #ITIndaba2025 #ArtificialIntelligence #DigitalTransformation #EducationInnovation #HigherEducation #AIinEducation #TechLeadership #STADIO #SchoolOfIT

🔷 The European Union has unveiled a significant €1 billion initiative aimed at bolstering its artificial intelligence capabilities and reducing reliance on external technologies. This strategic investment is designed to propel European research into advanced AI models and facilitate the widespread adoption of new technologies across both public and private sectors. The move underscores the EU's commitment to narrowing the AI innovation gap with global leaders like the U.S. and China, mitigating supply chain vulnerabilities, and ensuring technological sovereignty. Concurrently, U.S. AI firm Anthropic is making strategic inroads into Asia with a new office in India. This expansion aims to tap into India's growing AI talent pool and user base, especially significant as India represents the second-largest market for its Claude model. Anthropic plans to collaborate with local partners to deploy AI solutions across critical sectors such as education, healthcare, and agriculture, highlighting the global nature of AI development and adoption parallel to regional strategic efforts. #EUAI,#AIstrategy,#TechDiplomacy,#Anthropic

K V Soon’s interview at FBC Fiji on August 8, 2025, highlights the transformative role of AI and digital governance in Pacific Island nations. With over 35 years in ICT and digital innovation, KV emphasizes that digital transformation begins with rethinking processes, not just adopting new technology. He discusses the promises and challenges of artificial intelligence—focusing on ethical AI use, data sovereignty, and solving real problems rather than chasing trends. Learn how Fiji’s initiatives like Business Now Fiji are streamlining government services and how public-private partnerships can accelerate digital growth, strengthening foundational digital governance for a smarter, more resilient Pacific. AI is a tool for enhancing human creativity and creating new jobs, setting the stage for a future where technology serves people and society…view and share too.. https://lnkd.in/eeUs6UzN #AI #EthicalAI #DataSovereignty #DigitalGovernance #PacificTech #FutureOfWork #Egov #PublicPrivatePartnership #TechForGood #PacificLeadership

Out of 54 African countries, only 11 have officially launched or published a national AI strategy. That means nearly 80% of the continent is moving into the AI era without a clear roadmap. We talk a lot about AI’s potential like automation, innovation and smarter systems. But without governance, it’s just chaos waiting to happen. AI is already shaping who gets hired, what gets funded, and even what information people see. we can't even differentiate what's real and AI generated anymore Yet most countries still don’t have a plan to guide, regulate, or even localize it. This is a leadership gap. Africa doesn’t need to copy anyone. We need to build our own AI playbook, one that reflects our people, our languages, and our priorities. Because if we don’t shape the system, the system will shape us. 💬 What do you think, should governments move faster on AI policy, or should the private sector take the lead for now? #AIinAfrica #AIGovernance #TechPolicy #DigitalAfrica #FutureofWork

Harnessing AI for Inclusive Growth and Local Solutions in Africa Artificial Intelligence presents Africa with a unique opportunity — not merely to catch up, but to leap ahead. Yet, the promise of AI will only be realized when inclusivity lies at the heart of innovation. When AI systems are grounded in our local languages, cultures, and contexts, they empower rather than exclude. From education and healthcare to agriculture and governance, inclusive AI can help bridge long-standing social and economic gaps. Our focus should be on building AI ecosystems that reflect Africa’s diversity — leveraging homegrown talent, open data, and ethical frameworks that ensure no learner, farmer, or entrepreneur is left behind. As we advance digital transformation, let’s remind ourselves that responsible AI is inclusive AI — designed for people, by people, and with people. #AIForGood #DigitalInclusion #ResponsibleAI #AfricaInnovation #SustainableDevelopment #AIInAfrica #TechForImpact

🌍 Artificial Intelligence waits for no one. While many of us are still observing, others around the world are already creating, innovating, and building the tools of tomorrow. In Europe, Asia, and the U.S., young people are launching startups, APIs, AI models, and real-world solutions every single day. But here’s the question: 👉🏾 What role will we, as Africans, play in this revolution? Will we remain just consumers of technologies built elsewhere, or will we step up to become creators of solutions — solutions that reflect our realities, our languages, our cultures, and our economic challenges? Africa doesn’t lack talent — it sometimes lacks speed of adaptation. And AI is moving faster than ever. Now is the time to learn, understand, and take action. Because those who master AI today will shape the world of tomorrow. 💡 A Masterclass is coming soon, where we’ll dive into exactly this topic — how to move from being a user to becoming a true AI creator and innovator. 👉🏾 More details in the comments 👇🏾 #ArtificialIntelligence #Africa #Innovation #AI #TechForGood #DigitalTransformation #Leadership #Masterclass Btw: the picture below was generated by AI.

🤝 Human + Machine: Why the Future Depends on Collaboration, Not Competition As Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning continue to evolve, the biggest question for many remains will AI replace humans? The truth is, the future won’t be about humans versus machines; it will be about humans working with machines. Across industries from healthcare and education to finance and agriculture AI is enhancing human potential, not eliminating it. When we combine human creativity, empathy, and contextual understanding with machine precision, speed, and scalability, the results are extraordinary. The most innovative organizations are already rethinking roles and workflows to promote this synergy. They’re shifting focus from automation to augmentation using AI to empower decision-making, personalize learning, and solve complex problems at scale. 🔹 Humans bring: intuition, ethics, social intelligence, and creative thinking. 🔹 Machines bring: data-driven insights, pattern recognition, and efficiency. Together, they redefine what’s possible. As Africa continues to embrace digital transformation, this mindset becomes even more critical. By equipping our workforce with AI literacy and encouraging human–machine collaboration, we can drive inclusive innovation and sustainable growth across the continent. The future isn’t about choosing sides it’s about building bridges. 💡 The winning formula: Human Intelligence + Artificial Intelligence = Amplified Potential. #AIandMLLearning #EdTechAfrica #DigitalTransformation #Elearners #FutureOfEducation #SmartAfrica #Innovation #SkillsDevelopment #TechnologyInEducation #AfricaRising