AI Expert Warns of Digital Colonization Risks in Africa, Urges Local Ownership of Data and AI Solutions
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AI expert Seydina Ndiaye warns of potential "digital colonization" of Africa by large multinational corporations imposing their AI solutions.
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AI could help solve problems in areas like agriculture and healthcare in Africa, but local solutions need to be developed.
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Lack of local ownership of data and flight of AI talent out of Africa are major concerns.
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Africa could be used as "guinea pig" for testing new biotech and AI innovations without proper oversight.
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UN advisory group on AI will provide platform for addressing these issues and strengthening international cooperation.