Development and Challenges of Artificial Intelligence in the Middle East
In the backdrop of digital advancement around the globe,the burgeoning technology of artificial intelligence(AI)is emerging as a potent catalyst for reshaping societal,economic,and political landscapes,garnering increasing attention from various actors in the Middle East.Grounded in imperatives of development,security,and strategic hedging,the Middle Eastern countries have devised AI development strategies tailored to their unique national contexts.They have undertaken proactive measures such as establishing dedicated administrative bodies,crafting legal and regulatory frameworks conducive to AI advancement,robustly investing in research and development(R&D)and talent cultivation,and actively engaging in international and regional collaborations for AI governance,yielding promising initial outcomes.While presently the Middle East harbors immense potential for AI development,it confronts a host of indigenous challenges,including the potential entrenchment and stagnation of vulnerable socio-economic groups,disruptions to the labor market,and the exacerbation of extremist ideological proliferation,which pose social risks and unconventional security threats.Moreover,the security implications of militarized AI development and deployment in the region warrant serious consideration as well.From a broader perspective of"Global South",the Middle East both stands as a trailblazer in AI development practices and faces developmental obstacles shared with other developing countries.By navigating the terrain of AI optimization within their local contexts,Middle Eastern nations could offer invaluable insights and lessons to other countries in the"Global South"embarking on their AI journeys.
artificial intelligence"Global South"Middle Eastern countriesdigital agescientific and technological advancementgovernance of state
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