Albania Introduces AI Minister to Combat Corruption
Albania introduced an AI-generated government 'minister' named Diella in parliament to promote transparency and innovation, as part of its efforts to join the EU by 2030. The initiative received mixed reactions, with government officials praising its potential to improve efficiency and fight corruption, while opposition lawmakers criticized it as a possible tool for hiding graft. Diella, developed with Microsoft, is intended to assist with public service inquiries and symbolize technological progress.