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Meta to Launch AI Models for India, Global South in 2024

Meta's Chief AI Officer, Alexandr Wang, announced the company will release new AI models this year, with the first arriving in the coming months. He outlined a vision for "personal superintelligence" that understands individual goals and is tailored to local needs, specifically in India and the Global South. Wang emphasized the need for collaboration between public and private sectors to design these non-generic systems. The announcement was made at the India AI Impact Summit, which was also addressed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Key Points: Meta AI Chief Announces New AI Models for India, Global South

  • New AI models launching this year
  • Focus on India & Global South challenges
  • Vision of "personal superintelligence"
  • Integration with Meta products
  • Public-private collaboration urged
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New AI models tailored to address local needs in India, Global South: Meta AI Chief

Meta's AI Chief announces new AI models tailored for local needs in India and the Global South, emphasizing personal superintelligence.

New AI models tailored to address local needs in India, Global South: Meta AI Chief
"I don't want these amazing technologies to be one-size-fits-all. - Alexandr Wang"

New Delhi, Feb 19

Alexandr Wang, Chief AI Officer at Meta, on Thursday said the company will release new AI models this year, adding that they will serve local needs in India and across Global South.

"We're releasing new models this year, with the first coming in the next couple of months. These will be deeply integrated with our products in a way we're really excited about," Wang said at the 'India AI Impact Summit' here.

He described the company's long‑term vision as "personal superintelligence" - AI that understands an individual's goals and interests and helps them with fulfill objectives they are focused on.

"We're optimistic about the trajectory we're on. The first models will be good, and as the year goes on, I think we're going to be pushing the frontier," Wang said.

He urged collaboration between public and private sectors and to design AI systems tailored to individual needs. "I don't want these amazing technologies to be one‑size‑fits‑all. I want them to serve your needs - designed for the challenges and opportunities that are unique to India, to societies across the global south, and all over the world," Wang said.

India has world class developers building genius things to solve big societal challenges, Wang noted.

"I don't want these amazing technologies to be one-size-fits-all. I want them to serve your needs - designed for the challenges and opportunities that are unique to India, to societies across the global south, and all over the world. I want them to serve you as an individual. No matter who you are, where you live, what language you speak, or what culture you're a part of," he added.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday welcomed world leaders at the AI India Summit, and said AI represents a transformation of the same magnitude as historic turning points in human civilisation. PM Modi said that what is being seen and predicted today are only the initial signs of its impact.

- IANS

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Priya S
"Personal superintelligence" sounds exciting but also a bit scary. Data privacy is my biggest concern. Will our personal information be safe with these global companies? Need strong local data laws first.
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Vikram M
Finally! Western AI models often fail with Indian names, cultural references, or regional problems. An AI that can help my mother in her village with farming advice in Tamil would be amazing. 🤞
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Sarah B
As someone working in tech here, collaboration is key. Indian developers are brilliant but need access and support. Hope this leads to more open-source models that our local startups can build upon.
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Rohit P
PM Modi is right about the scale of transformation. But words are easy. Let's see the actual product. Will it work offline for areas with poor internet? That's the real test for serving 'Bharat'.
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Karthik V
Cautiously optimistic. The intent to move away from one-size-fits-all is good. But the proof will be in the pudding—how well it handles Hinglish, understands local governance issues, or assists small *kirana* shop owners.

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