Qatar Partners with Scale AI to Revolutionize Government Services with AI Technology

Qatar signs deal with Scale AI to use AI to boost government services

DOHA, Feb 23 (Reuters) - Qatar's government has signed a five-year deal with AI data company Scale AI to deploy AI-powered tools and training in a push to improve government services in the Gulf Arab state, a senior Scale AI executive told Reuters on Sunday. "(This deal) can be a blueprint for other governments around the world, and it allows us to really commit in a way that I think could drive impact even faster," said Trevor Thompson, global head of growth at the San Francisco, California-based company. The deal will allow Qatar's government to adopt tools such as predictive analytics, automation and advanced data analysis in an effort to streamline operations, said a statement by Qatar's communications and information technology ministry. Scale AI will develop more than 50 possible uses of artificial intelligence (AI) for Qatar's government over the next five years, the statement added. Thompson declined to say how much the deal is worth. Qatar, a wealthy gas producer and longtime ally of the U.S., is in a race to become an AI leader amid rising competition from neighbouring Saudi Arabia and the UAE. Founded in 2016, Scale AIprovides large amounts of accurately labelled data for use in training tools such as OpenAI's ChatGPT. The company also helps its customers, which include tech giant Microsoft, Wall Street bank Morgan Stanley and AI firms such as OpenAI and Cohere, to create and refine data sets. Reporting by Andrew Mills; Editing by Helen Popper Our Standards: The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles., opens new tab Suggested Topics:Artificial Intelligence

Qatar signs deal with Scale AI to use AI to boost government services

DOHA (Reuters) - Qatar's government has signed a five-year deal with AI data company Scale AI to deploy AI-powered tools and training in a push to improve government services in the Gulf Arab state, a senior Scale AI executive told Reuters on Sunday. "(This deal) can be a blueprint for other governments around the world, and it allows us to really commit in a way that I think could drive impact even faster," said Trevor Thompson, global head of growth at the San Francisco, California-based company. The deal will allow Qatar's government to adopt tools such as predictive analytics, automation and advanced data analysis in an effort to streamline operations, said a statement by Qatar's communications and information technology ministry. Scale AI will develop more than 50 possible uses of artificial intelligence (AI) for Qatar's government over the next five years, the statement added. Thompson declined to say how much the deal is worth. Qatar, a wealthy gas producer and longtime ally of the U.S., is in a race to become an AI leader amid rising competition from neighbouring Saudi Arabia and the UAE. Founded in 2016, Scale AIprovides large amounts of accurately labelled data for use in training tools such as OpenAI's ChatGPT. The company also helps its customers, which include tech giant Microsoft, Wall Street bank Morgan Stanley and AI firms such as OpenAI and Cohere, to create and refine data sets. (Reporting by Andrew Mills; Editing by Helen Popper)

Qatar govt to get AI boost amid deal with US tech outfit

The deal will allow Qatar's government to adopt tools such as predictive analytics, automation and advanced data analysis in an effort to streamline operations Qatar's government has signed a five-year deal with AI data company Scale AI to deploy AI-powered tools and training in a push to improve government services in the Gulf Arab state, a senior Scale AI executive told Reuters on Sunday. "(This deal) can be a blueprint for other governments around the world, and it allows us to really commit in a way that I think could drive impact even faster," said Trevor Thompson, global head of growth at the San Francisco, California-based company. The deal will allow Qatar's government to adopt tools such as predictive analytics, automation and advanced data analysis in an effort to streamline operations, said a statement by Qatar's communications and information technology ministry. Scale AI will develop more than 50 possible uses of artificial intelligence (AI) for Qatar's government over the next five years, the statement added. Thompson declined to say how much the deal is worth. Founded in 2016, Scale AI provides large amounts of accurately labelled data for use in training tools such as OpenAI's ChatGPT. The company also helps its customers, which include tech giant Microsoft, Wall Street bank Morgan Stanley and AI firms such as OpenAI and Cohere, to create and refine data sets.

Qatar Partners With Scale AI for AI-Powered Digital Transformation of Government Services

Scale AI to lead AI upskilling programs for government employees and students. The Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT) has partnered with Scale AI, an AI solutions company, to accelerate Qatar's digital transformation in line with the country's National Development Strategy 3 (NDS3) and Digital Agenda 2030. This long-term collaboration aims to modernise government operations, enhance public services, and develop a future-ready workforce through AI-driven solutions such as predictive modeling, automation, and intelligent data analysis, Scale AI announced on February 24. Also Read: Ooredoo Qatar Selects Nokia 5G Standalone Core for Network Slicing and AI Integration Initially, MCIT and Scale AI will identify key areas where AI can optimise processes and deliver significant societal benefits. Planned applications include: "Applying AI-driven approaches will allow for better legal efficiencies through a civil judicial research tool, improved regulatory review processes through automation, and enhanced healthcare administration for better patient experiences," the company said. As a key component of the partnership, Scale AI will lead an AI upskilling initiative aimed at training Qatari government employees, students, and schoolchildren through targeted workshops and hands-on sessions. This will help build local AI expertise, reducing reliance on external resources, according to the company. Also Read: Ooredoo Qatar Selects Ericsson to Enhance Network with Advanced 5G Features Since 2019, Scale has powered the development of nearly every large language model, and will use this knowledge - in partnership with MCIT - to support Qatar's long-term digital transformation, economic growth, and global leadership in responsible AI adoption, Scale AI said.