Google Announces $120 Million Fund for AI Education

Google’s CEO, Sundar Pichai, has announced $120 million investment in global AI education during the UN Summit of the Future.

Recognizing AI as “the most transformative technology yet,” Pichai unveiled a $120 million Global AI Opportunity Fund.

This initiative aims to provide AI education and training in communities worldwide, partnering with local nonprofits and NGOs to prevent a “global AI divide.”

Pichai highlighted four key areas where AI can contribute to sustainable development:

  • Enhancing language access to information.
  • Speeding up scientific discoveries.
  • Improving climate disaster alerts and tracking.
  • Boosting economic growth.

While acknowledging the risks associated with AI, such as deepfakes, he emphasized the need for smart regulation that avoids protectionism and ensures AI benefits are widely shared.

The Google CEO’s announcement underscores the company’s commitment to making AI accessible and beneficial for all, while also advocating for a regulatory framework that supports global collaboration and innovation in this rapidly evolving field.

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