Overview
- 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.