The Brazilian government recently announced an ambitious artificial intelligence development plan, planning to invest 23 billion reais (approximately US$4 billion) in the next five years, aiming to promote artificial intelligence technology in public health, agriculture, environment, business and education and other fields, and enhance Brazil’s competitiveness in the global field of artificial intelligence. This move aims to get rid of dependence on other countries' artificial intelligence technology, achieve "national sovereignty" in the field of artificial intelligence, and promote the development of Brazil's local artificial intelligence industry and create more job opportunities.
The Brazilian government recently announced a major plan to invest 23 billion reais (approximately US$4 billion) in the development of artificial intelligence (AI) over the next five years. The goal of this plan is to promote sustainable and socially oriented technologies and demonstrate Brazil’s autonomy and competitiveness in the field of science and technology. Brazilian President Lula said at the plan conference that they hope to achieve "national sovereignty" in the field of artificial intelligence and no longer rely on AI tools imported from countries such as China, the United States, South Korea and Japan.
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The investment plan focuses on multiple areas, including public health, agriculture, environment, business and education, and the government hopes to bring "immediate results" through these projects. Specifically, the plan mentions that AI systems will be developed to improve customer service and various operational processes, thereby improving service quality.
In terms of fund allocation, the Brazilian government stated that an investment of 23 billion reais will be gradually allocated from 2024 to 2028. Nearly 14 billion reais will be used for business innovation projects, and more than 5 billion reais will be earmarked for AI infrastructure and technology development. The remaining funds will be used for training projects, public service improvements, and AI regulatory support.
President Lula emphasized, “We can no longer wait to introduce AI technology from other countries, but must cultivate our own technology.” He further pointed out that Brazil's artificial intelligence must not only be "smart", but also become a source of income and employment, reflecting the country's economic development needs.
Highlights:
The Brazilian government plans to invest 23 billion reais (approximately US$4 billion) in the development of artificial intelligence over the next five years.
? Investments will focus on areas such as public health, agriculture, environment, business and education to achieve sustainable development.
? Fund allocation will include business innovation, AI infrastructure construction, training and public service improvements.
All in all, this large-scale investment plan by the Brazilian government demonstrates its high priority on the development of artificial intelligence technology and its determination to actively develop independent artificial intelligence technology. This will have a profound impact on Brazil's scientific and technological development and economic transformation, and is also worthy of reference by other countries. In the next five years, we will be watching the booming development of artificial intelligence in Brazil.