Microsoft's 'AI for All Thais': Empowering 1M Citizens

Published Date: 30/08/2024

Microsoft Thailand has launched a new initiative to train one million Thais in AI literacy and accelerate the country's digital economy.

Microsoft Thailand has announced a bold new initiative dubbed “AI for All Thais”, emphasizing the company's commitment to harnessing the power of artificial intelligence to drive positive change in Thailand.The initiative, which was announced during a media briefing on Thursday, has set an ambitious goal of training one million Thais in AI literacy within the next fiscal year, which ends in June 2025. This target is in line with Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella's earlier statement, where he announced plans to train over two million AI workers in Southeast Asia each year.

Building upon the success of Nadella's visit last year, the vision is underpinned by three core strategies  Skills, Scale, and Secure. These strategies aim to accelerate Thailand's digital economy and foster inclusive growth.Microsoft recognizes the immense potential of AI and cloud computing to drive positive change in Thailand. Our ‘AI for All Thais’ vision is to empower every citizen with the transformative power of AI through skills development, scalable adoption and a secure and trusted digital ecosystem,” said Dhanawat Suthumpun, Managing Director of Microsoft Thailand.

The initiative reinforces Microsoft's dedication to Thailand's AI and cloud revolution. The company has made significant investments in digital infrastructure, including a new data centre region. This expansion will enhance the availability of Microsoft's hyperscale cloud services, ensuring enterprise-grade reliability, performance, and compliance with local data residency and privacy standards.By empowering one million Thais with AI literacy, Microsoft aims to create a more skilled and competitive workforce, driving economic growth and innovation in the country.

With its “AI for All Thais” initiative, Microsoft is taking a significant step towards democratizing access to AI and cloud computing in Thailand, and paving the way for a more digital and inclusive future.Microsoft's commitment to Thailand's digital transformation is clear, and its initiatives are set to have a lasting impact on the country's economy and society.

FAQS:

Q: What is the goal of Microsoft's 'AI for All Thais' initiative?

A: The goal is to train one million Thais in AI literacy within the next fiscal year, which ends in June 2025.

Q: What are the three core strategies of Microsoft's 'AI for All Thais' vision?

A: The three core strategies are Skills, Scale, and Secure, which aim to accelerate Thailand's digital economy and foster inclusive growth.

Q: What is the significance of Microsoft's new data centre region in Thailand?

A: The new data centre region will enhance the availability of Microsoft's hyperscale cloud services, ensuring enterprise-grade reliability, performance, and compliance with local data residency and privacy standards.

Q: How will Microsoft's 'AI for All Thais' initiative impact Thailand's economy and society?

A: The initiative aims to create a more skilled and competitive workforce, driving economic growth and innovation in the country, and paving the way for a more digital and inclusive future.

Q: What is Microsoft's commitment to Thailand's digital transformation?

A: Microsoft is committed to democratizing access to AI and cloud computing in Thailand, and has made significant investments in digital infrastructure to support the country's digital transformation.

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