The United States of America (USA) and Nigeria are set to explore partnership opportunities in the digital economy, emerging technology, and artificial intelligence (AI) to strengthen economic ties and collaborations.
– High-level U.S. government officials will attend a conference in Abuja under the U.S.-Nigeria Bi-National Commission to discuss digital economy, emerging technology, and AI advancements.
– The U.S. Deputy Chief of Mission highlighted the importance of partnerships for economic growth and commended Nigeria for its support on AI initiatives.
– Nigeria has shown commitment to AI with the establishment of the National Centre for Artificial Intelligence and Robotics (NCAIR) and the drafting of a National AI policy.
– Initiatives like the 3 million Technical Talents program and Nigeria Artificial Intelligence Research Scheme aim to train young people in AI and support AI startups and researchers.
Summary:
– The USA and Nigeria are exploring partnership opportunities in the digital economy, emerging technology, and AI.
– Nigeria has shown commitment to AI with the establishment of the NCAIR and the drafting of a National AI policy.
– Initiatives like the 3 million Technical Talents program and Nigeria Artificial Intelligence Research Scheme aim to train young people in AI and support AI startups and researchers.
