Tehran, Iran, has announced plans to invest heavily in artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance its military capabilities. Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi is now seeking to involve Iran's private sector to boost the country's struggling economy. Raisi recently met with private sector companies to unveil Tehran's intention to invest in digital businesses, aiming to develop Iran's AI capabilities and achieve an 8% economic growth.
Despite Raisi's optimism, experts remain skeptical about whether this move will effectively address Iran's economic challenges. Concerns are also raised about the potential military applications of AI technology, especially in light of Iran's involvement in supplying drones to conflict zones like Yemen, Iraq, and Syria.
