Punjab is set to launch Pakistan's first artificial intelligence university, as announced by Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz. This institution will provide students with opportunities to study AI, robotics, and machine learning, aiming to enhance their competitiveness on a global scale. The initiative is part of a broader strategy to modernize education and equip students with essential skills for the future.
In addition to the university, the Chief Minister introduced a loan program for students, allowing access to up to Rs. 30 million for education and business ventures. Plans to distribute 100,000 laptops to high-achieving students were also revealed, alongside a call for a cultural shift towards academic research. The emphasis on AI education reflects a need for Pakistan to catch up with global trends in technology and innovation.
• Punjab will establish Pakistan's first AI university for advanced studies.
• Students will receive loans and laptops to support their education.
AI refers to the simulation of human intelligence in machines, which is a focus of the new university.
Machine learning is a subset of AI that enables systems to learn from data, which will be taught at the university.
Robotics involves the design and use of robots, a key area of study at the new institution.
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