Russia Forms AI Alliance with BRICS to Challenge U.S. Dominance

The initiative, announced by Putin, seeks to boost AI collaboration among BRICS nations and others despite sanctions limiting Russia's access to critical technology.

• Russia has launched an 'AI Alliance Network' with BRICS members and other nations to foster collaboration in AI research, regulation, and market access.
• The alliance aims to challenge the United States' leadership in artificial intelligence, with China as a key partner in the initiative.
• Western sanctions have restricted Russia's access to critical microchips, forcing reliance on domestic talent and innovation to advance AI capabilities.
• Sberbank and Yandex, leaders in Russia's AI sector, are driving the development of generative AI models like GigaChat and YandexGPT to ensure technological sovereignty.
• Russia projects significant economic growth from AI by 2030, targeting a seven-fold increase in AI investment and widespread workforce AI proficiency.

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