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OpenAI has officially announced the introduction of the OpenAI Academy, a new initiative that is designed to enable developers and organizations in low- and middle-income countries to use artificial intelligence effectively. The program will help stimulate innovation and economic growth by supplying key components such as training, technical support, and provision of AI tools in these communities. We’re launching the OpenAI Academy, a new initiative to invest in developers and organizations leveraging AI to solve hard problems and drive economic growth in their communities. https://t.co/YMjatfKSnf — OpenAI Newsroom (@OpenAINewsroom) September 23, 2024 The OpenAI Academy will distribute an initial $1 million in API credits which will allow the participants to create and deploy AI applications designed for local challenges. This effort intends to address the gap in equitable access to advanced technology and support the increasing pool of skilled developers in economies where there are few resources. By nurturing local AI talent, OpenAI said it is looking to improve development activities in several areas including healthcare, agriculture, education and finance. OpenAI provides training and resources to empower local innovators In the Academy’s framework, OpenAI intends to provide training and technical support of its experts to the developers and mission-driven organizations. With this practical assistance, the participants of the program can harness the power of AI technologies to address critical problems in their communities. The program further seeks to establish a community of developers from different geographical backgrounds and promote collaboration and exchange of ideas for collective growth. OpenAI intends to make AI applications relevant and impactful by focusing on local developers who comprehend the cultural and social dynamics of their localities. Besides technical training available through the Academy, there will be competitions and incubators working in partnership with philanthropists designed to support organizations that are dealing with significant challenges at…

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