Albania unveils AI-generated 'minister'
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An AI-generated government “minister” made its debut with an address in the Albanian parliament on Thursday (September 18), with Prime Minister Edi Rama presenting the bot as a symbol of his government’s push for transparency and innovation.
Breakdown
- Albania's parliament faced uproar after the appointment of an AI system as a government minister.
- Prime Minister Edi Rama defended the move, highlighting AI's role in good governance and anti-corruption. 14s
- The AI, named Diella, was previously a virtual assistant and is now responsible for public tender decisions. 33s
- Opposition politicians argue the appointment is unconstitutional and raises concerns about citizenship. 47s
- Critics warn that without proper oversight, AI could worsen Albania's corruption issues. 1m 30s
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