Investment planned for PBIA is $ 23 billion in four years; objective is to transform the country into a world reference in innovation and efficiency in AI use, especially in the public sector
The federal government announced last Monday (12) the creation of a working group dedicated to as published in the Official Gazette on Monday. This group will be responsible for the management and operation of the Brazilian Artificial Intelligence Plan, which provides for an investment of R $ 23 billion by 2028. The initiative involves 15 bodies and entities, including the National Bank for Economic and Social Development (BNDES) and the Ministry of Finance, under the coordination of the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation.
The working group will last four years and will be attended by representatives of public and private bodies and entities, as well as researchers and members of civil society with notorious knowledge. However, these participants will not have decision power or vote at meetings. Among the main goals of the plan are the creation of a high performance supercomputer and the development of advanced algorithms for various sectors of the country.
The formation of this group reflects the growing importance of artificial intelligence in different areas of economics and society. The government thus seeks to foster the debate and the development of technologies that can boost national progress. The initiative highlights the need for strategic planning to integrate artificial intelligence effectively and safely in Brazil. With the advancement of technology, artificial intelligence has become an essential tool for innovation and global competitiveness.
Organ that will integrate the GT:
- Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (Coordination);
- Civil House;
- Communication Secretariat,
- Ministry of Finance;
- Ministry of Management and Innovation in Public Services;
- Ministry of Development, Industry, Commerce and Services;
- Ministry of Education;
- Ministry of Justice and Public Security;
- Ministry of Communications;
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs;
- Financier of Studies and Projects (FINEP);
- Higher Education Personnel Improvement Coordination (CAPES);
- Brazilian Research and Industrial Innovation Company;
- National Council for Scientific and Technological Development;
- National Bank for Economic and Social Development (BNDES).
*With information from Marília Ribeiro
*Report produced with the aid of AI
