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Albania Appoints AI Chatbot Diella to Oversee Public Procurement

A government decree makes Prime Minister Edi Rama accountable for the system, triggering a constitutional challenge from the opposition.

Overview

  • Rama touts Diella as incorruptible and vows that public tenders will be 100 percent free of corruption.
  • An official decree states the prime minister holds responsibility for the creation and operation of the virtual ministry running Diella.
  • Opposition leaders have appealed to the Constitutional Court, arguing the move raises unresolved questions about accountability and control.
  • Experts warn the AI’s decisions will mirror its data and models, risking misinterpretation, bias, and potential legitimisation of existing corrupt practices.
  • Observers say there is little disclosure about how Diella works and caution that compliance with European Union procurement standards remains uncertain.