The Evidence for AI in Health (EVAH) initiative has been launched to generate robust, locally led evidence on AI tools in healthcare, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. Developed in partnership with the Gates Foundation and the Novo Nordisk Foundation, the initiative will invest US$60 million over three years to evaluate AI technologies and guide […]
Gates, Wellcome, and Novo Nordisk Launch $60M Initiative to Evaluate AI in Health in LMICs
The Gates Foundation, Wellcome, and Novo Nordisk Foundation have announced a joint $60 million investment to support locally led evaluations of AI health tools in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). The initiative, Evidence for AI in Health (EVAH), aims to generate evidence on which AI technologies are effective, feasible, and responsible in real-world health settings. […]
UN Agencies Explore Scaling AI for Development at India AI Impact Summit 2026
Leading experts from three Rome-based United Nations agencies—the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), and the World Food Programme (WFP)—participated in a high-level panel at the India AI Impact Summit 2026. Joined by India’s Chief Economic Advisor, the discussion focused on translating pilot AI projects into scalable solutions that […]
OpenAI and Microsoft Join UK Coalition to Advance Safe AI Development
OpenAI and Microsoft have pledged funding to the UK’s AI Security Institute (AISI) to support its flagship Alignment Project, an international initiative focused on ensuring that advanced AI systems are safe, secure, and behave as intended. The announcement, made at the AI Impact Summit, brings the total funding for the project to over £27 million, […]
Government Publishes Digital & AI Strategy to Strengthen Ireland as AI and Innovation Hub
The Government of Ireland has published a new National Digital & AI Strategy, Digital Ireland – Connecting our People, Securing our Future, aimed at strengthening Ireland’s position as a global leader in digital innovation and applied AI. Building on the country’s strong digital foundations, exceptional talent base, and vibrant innovation ecosystem, the strategy sets out […]
Artists’ Earnings Plummet as AI Disrupts Creative Industries, UNESCO Finds
The latest edition of Re|Shaping Policies for Creativity, UNESCO’s flagship monitoring report covering over 120 countries, warns that generative AI is expected to drive significant income losses for artists by 2028. The report highlights that the rapid adoption of AI-generated content in global markets is disrupting the creative sector faster than current policy measures can […]
Grain ATMs and AI Hunger Maps Highlighted at UN Agency Showcase in India
At the Artificial Intelligence Impact Summit in India, the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) showcased a range of innovations demonstrating how data and machine learning are being applied to strengthen food and nutrition systems at scale. Technologies featured ranged from biometric grain dispensers and smart warehouses to crisis-mapping platforms and humanitarian communication avatars, highlighting […]
MHRA Backs Growth in Brain and AI Technology as UK Medical Device Testing Hits Record High
UK patients could soon gain earlier access to breakthrough medical devices as clinical investigations in the country reach record levels in 2025. Data from the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) show a 17 per cent rise in approved clinical investigations compared with last year, reflecting growing confidence in Great Britain as a testing […]
WFP Showcases AI Solutions at India Summit, Seeks Partners to Combat Hunger
DELHI, India — With 318 million people facing acute hunger globally and humanitarian resources stretched thin, the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) is urging leaders at India’s AI Impact Summit to support its efforts to scale artificial intelligence solutions that are already proving effective in the fight against hunger. WFP Executive Director Cindy McCain […]
SatVu Raises £30M Funding to Build Advanced Thermal Imaging Constellation
The NATO Innovation Fund has participated in a £30 million funding round for UK-based SatVu, bringing the company’s total equity funding to £60 million. The round also involved the British Business Bank, Space Frontiers Fund II managed by SPARX Asset Management, Presto Tech Horizons, and existing investors including Molten Ventures, Adara Ventures, Ridgeline Ventures, NOA, […]
Infosys Unveils AI First Value Framework, Targeting $300 Billion AI Market
Infosys (NSE, BSE, NYSE: INFY), a global leader in next-generation digital services and consulting, has unveiled its AI First Value Framework to help enterprises harness AI value at scale. Powered by its generative and agentic AI suite, Infosys Topaz™, the framework is designed to capture a significant new opportunity in AI-first services, estimated at USD […]
UAE AI Hub Taps IWMI Expertise for Innovative Water Solutions in Agriculture
The growing threats of climate change to food and water security have prompted scientists to turn to artificial intelligence (AI) to support farmers in managing complex agricultural challenges. In December 2025, the United Arab Emirates, in partnership with the Gates Foundation, launched the AI Ecosystem for Global Agricultural Development, aiming to scale AI-driven solutions worldwide. […]
Global South Innovators Harness AI to Drive Life-Changing Impact
Artificial intelligence is increasingly accessible beyond wealthy Western nations, bringing transformative benefits to the Global South in areas such as health, agriculture, and industry. These innovations are improving lives by addressing challenges that were once difficult to overcome due to limited resources and technology. In several developing countries, including India, Pakistan, and Kenya, rural workers […]
Infosys & Anthropic Collaboration Aims to Unlock AI Value in Complex Sectors
Infosys and Anthropic have announced a strategic collaboration to develop and deliver advanced enterprise AI solutions across multiple industries, beginning with telecommunications. A dedicated Anthropic Center of Excellence will be established to build and deploy AI agents tailored to industry-specific operations, with plans to expand into financial services, manufacturing, and software development. The partnership combines […]
World Leaders and Tech Titans Converge at India’s AI Impact Summit
India is hosting the five-day AI Impact Summit in New Delhi, bringing together heads of state, government ministers, and top tech executives to discuss the opportunities and challenges posed by artificial intelligence. Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the event, highlighting India’s rapid progress in science and technology and the capability of its youth to drive […]
India Championing Ethical and Inclusive AI Innovation on the Global Stage
India is intensifying its efforts to establish itself as a global leader in artificial intelligence by prioritising responsible, inclusive and scalable innovation. At the India AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi, the Ministry of Electronics and IT unveiled two major initiatives that reflect the country’s focus on ethical AI, citizen engagement and international collaboration. […]
UK to Champion AI-Driven Growth and Job Creation at AI Impact Summit in India
The United Kingdom and its international partners are intensifying efforts to harness artificial intelligence as a force for economic growth, job creation and improved public services, as discussions begin at the India AI Impact Summit 2026. Building on previous global gatherings in Bletchley, Seoul and Paris, the summit shifts focus toward AI’s tangible impact on […]
How AI Can Transform Lives in the Hands of Innovators from the Global South
Fodder cutters, commonly used in rural communities across countries such as India, Pakistan and Kenya, are powerful machines with rapidly spinning blades that pose serious safety risks. Accidents frequently result in severe injuries, including amputations of hands and arms. For many women, these injuries are life-altering. Everyday tasks such as harvesting crops, preparing food, or […]
India AI Impact Summit 2026: IDRC Champions Ethical and Inclusive AI Innovation
The fourth edition of the India AI Impact Summit 2026 marks a significant evolution in the global dialogue on artificial intelligence, shifting the focus from high-level responsible AI principles to measurable and development-oriented impact. The summit will be held in New Delhi on February 19–20, 2026, with related side events taking place from February 16–24. […]
Zimbabwe and UNESCO Join Forces to Shape National AI Policy Framework
Zimbabwe is exploring expanded cooperation with UNESCO in the areas of artificial intelligence, digital transformation, and digital governance following high-level discussions held on February 10 between ICT Minister Tatenda Mavetera and UNESCO Assistant Director-General for Communication and Information Tawfik Jelassi. The talks focused on strengthening collaboration around AI policy frameworks, public sector digital transformation, regulation […]
