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When I think of Brazil, two images come to mind: the dense canopy of the Amazon rainforest and the vibrant streets of São Paulo, where innovation and social tension meet every day. It is here that a country is taking shape that no longer wants to rely on imported technology but is finding its own path in artificial intelligence. Brazil faces the challenge of balancing technological progress with democratic values. In São Paulo, facial recognition systems promise more safety b

Next on our AI Around the World journey: Canada. It’s a country that helped give birth to the deep learning revolution. But can it translate that head start into lasting leadership in the AI era? From world-class research hubs in Montreal, Toronto, and Edmonton to debates over ethics and brain drain, Canada’s AI story is one of bold ambitions tempered by practical challenges. How is the nation that nurtured AI pioneers like Geoffrey Hinton and Yoshua Bengio grappling with the

With the United Nations planning to relocate the global offices of UNICEF, UN Women, and UNFPA from New York to Nairobi by late 2026,...

Next on our AI Around the World journey: Argentina. It is one of my favorite countries and a place I’ve had the chance to live in. I’ve...

A closer look at Saudi Arabia’s AI strategy, its infrastructure build-up, and emerging role in the global tech landscape. Saudi Arabia is...

What Europe can learn from a digital front-runner Most people associate South Korea with K-pop, high-speed internet, and Samsung. But...