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Iran launches National AI Organization
The National AI Organization was inaugurated on Tuesday by caretaker President Mohammad Mokhber. The organization is tasked with implementing a national AI strategy, which was first proposed by the late president Ebrahim Raisi in December 2023, IRNA reported.
Mokhber emphasized the importance of establishing the organization, highlighting the potential benefits of AI for Iran’s economic and technological advancement.
“We aim to provide sufficient resources, with support from the National Development Fund, to create the necessary infrastructure,” said Mokhber, adding that they will also support private companies in developing advanced AI models and algorithms.
The initiative also emphasizes coordination between the Ministry of Information and Communications Technology and the National AI Organization to ensure data readiness.
The National AI Organization is expected to operate under the presidency, with a budget of around $5 billion, and will work closely with the private sector to drive innovation and development in the field of AI.
This development follows president Raisi’s earlier efforts to establish a National AI Steering Council and a National AI Center, demonstrating Iran’s commitment to embracing AI technology and its potential applications.