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We, the attendees of the 2025 AIFOD Geneva Winter Summit Initiative titled “Empowering the South 2030: Forging an AI Future of Inclusive Digital Sovereignty,” representing a diverse group from governmental bodies, international organizations, private sector players, academic institutions, and civil society, gathered in Geneva on January 27 and 28, 2025. Our mission is to explore…
Highlights from the 2025 AIFOD Geneva Winter Summit Concluding Insights from the 2025 AIFOD Geneva Winter Summit The 2025 AIFOD Geneva Winter Summit wrapped up with impactful closing speeches from influential figures, underlining the themes of transparency, unity, and optimism for the future of AI in developing countries. Kicking off the closing ceremony, AIFOD Director…
Speech by: Tianze Zhang, Founder of AI for Developing Countries Forum “Honorable E.P Chet Greene, Distinguished guests, and Your Excellencies. First and foremost, I wish to extend my sincere thanks to Antigua and Barbuda for their invaluable role in co-hosting this summit. The support from the government of Antigua and Barbuda, especially its mission to…
Speech by: His Excellency E.P. Chet Greene, Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Trade and Immigration of Antigua and Barbuda “I want to start by expressing my immense honor and joy to stand before you this morning at this significant global assembly. Allow me to convey warm greetings from the beautiful and sun-kissed Antigua and Barbuda…
Speech by: Andrea Jacobs, AI Legal Advisor, Ministry of Legal Affairs “Excellencies, distinguished ambassadors, esteemed speakers, innovators, and guests. It brings me immense joy to welcome you all to the AIFOD 2025 Geneva Summit. It is an absolute honor to have each one of you here with us today. I would like to express my…
Firman Freaddy Busroh – Dean, Sumpah Pemuda Session 5: Data Security and Value Sharing in the Digital Era Greetings, everyone. Allow me to introduce myself. I am Dr. Firman Freaddy Busroh from Indonesia, serving as the Dean of the School of Law and practicing as a lawyer. Today, I’m eager to address a pivotal issue….
On the inaugural day of the 2025 Geneva Winter Summit, the esteemed AI for Developing Countries Forum (AIFOD) hosted its Senior Fellowship Conferment Ceremony, celebrating 26 exceptional leaders who have significantly advanced AI development and digital sovereignty within the Global South. This ceremony, which occurred just prior to the afternoon sessions, began with a heartfelt…
“Honorable delegates and respected colleagues, it’s a privilege to welcome you to today’s panel on the advantages of late movers in AI development. Small and emerging nations have a distinctive opportunity to bypass outdated technologies and adopt AI solutions that cater specifically to their needs. In contrast to established markets weighed down by legacy systems,…
The afternoon sessions at the Geneva Winter Summit: A Deep Dive into AI Development The afternoon discussions during the Geneva Winter Summit revolved around effective implementation strategies, enhancing technical capabilities, and fostering equitable AI growth across various regions. Here’s an engaging summary of the pivotal conversations: Session 9: Scene-Driven Technology Innovation The session kicked off…
“Welcome back from lunch, everyone! I’d like you to take a moment to envision an aspirational young girl in a classroom, consulting an AI chatbot for career guidance. Full of anticipation for her future—just as she should be—she’s instead steered towards a narrow path: the AI suggests she become an office assistant, placing undue emphasis…