Summary
Albania has assigned an AI bot named Diella as a "minister" to combat corruption in the government. The AI will ensure public tenders are free from corruption as the country works towards joining the European Union.
Key Facts
- Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama appointed an AI-generated "minister" named Diella to fight corruption.
- Diella was introduced as part of the cabinet but doesn't physically exist.
- The awarding of tenders has been a major source of corruption in Albania.
- Albania aims to join the European Union, and reducing corruption is crucial to this goal.
- The Socialist Party in Albania plans to complete EU membership negotiations by 2027.
- It is unclear if the parliament will vote on Diella's virtual post.
- Legal experts suggest more legal work is needed to define Diella's official status.
- Diella has previously helped users on the e-Albania platform with digital documents and services.
