Launches the Brazilian Artificial Intelligence Plan 2024-2028
30 Jul 2024
On 30 July 2024, the ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation of Brazil launched the Brazilian Artificial Intelligence Plan (PBIA) 2024-2028, during the 5th National Conference on Science, Technology and Innovation. Titled "AI for the Good of All", this comprehensive strategy aims to position Brazil as a global leader in artificial intelligence (AI) by promoting sustainable and socially-oriented technologies across various sectors.
The plan is structured around five strategic axes:
1. AI Infrastructure and Development: Investing in high-performance computing resources and data centers to support AI research and applications.
2. Diffusion, Training, and Capacity Building in AI: Implementing initiatives to educate and train professionals in AI, with an emphasis on inclusivity and diversity.
3. AI for Improving Public Services: Applying AI solutions to enhance the efficiency and quality of public services in areas such as health, education, and public security.
4. AI for Business Innovation: Encouraging the adoption of AI by businesses to drive innovation and competitiveness.
5. Support for the Regulatory and Governance Process of AI: Establishing frameworks to ensure the ethical and responsible use of AI, including the creation of a National Center for Algorithmic Transparency and Trustworthy AI.
The plan allocates 23.03 billion reais (approximately $4 billion), which will be distributed over a four-year period from 2024 to 2028. Key allocations include:
Nearly 14 billion reais for business projects, including support for the development of the artificial intelligence (AI) value chain, the establishment of national data centres, and assistance for start-ups and micro-, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs). The funding also includes support for AI-driven projects aimed at upgrading Brazilian industry.
More than 5 billion reais for AI infrastructure and development, including support for the implementation of sustainable and efficient energy infrastructure for data centres and AI installations. This funding will support 42 projects over four years, with a total allocation of 500 million reais.
The remaining funds will be allocated to training initiatives, public service improvements and AI regulation measures.
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Promotion and facilitation (Investment facilitation , Investment incentives)
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Services (Computer programming, consultancy and related activities, Scientific research and development)
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