AI isn’t built for all languages and cultures. There’s a push to fix that

Developers from Egypt to Indonesia are creating their own AI models to better represent local languages and cultures. Egyptian coder Assem Sabry, frustrated by the lack of AI models that reflect his culture, decided to take matters into his own hands. In Egypt, the AI industry is virtually non-existent, prompting Sabry to develop his own model named Horus, after the ancient Egyptian god of the sky. This initiative highlights a growing trend where individuals in various countries are building AI systems that cater to their unique cultural and linguistic needs, filling a gap left by the global tech industry. These efforts are crucial in ensuring that AI technology is inclusive and representative of diverse cultures around the world. QUESTION: How might the development of culturally specific AI models impact the global technology landscape and the way we interact with technology in the future?