Introducing Diella: Albania’s Groundbreaking AI Minister
Meet Diella, the world’s first AI to be appointed as a cabinet-level official. Launched in January 2025, this innovative AI system acts as the “Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence” in Albania, overseeing public services and digital document issuance.
Key Highlights:
- Developed by: National Agency for Information Society (AKSHI) in partnership with Microsoft.
- Integration: A virtual assistant on the eAlbania platform, guiding citizens to over 36,000 documents and nearly 1,000 services.
- Upgrades: Diella 2.0 features voice interaction and an animated avatar portraying traditional Albanian attire.
- Objective: Combat corruption in public procurement, aiming for transparent and accountable governance.
Despite its revolutionary status, Diella faces challenges, with critics questioning accountability and potential risks.
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