RIYADH: Contestants in the first International AI Olympiad (IAIO) have continued their scientific tests in Riyadh as part of the Global AI Summit, the Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported on Wednesday.
Representatives from 25 nations are taking part in the event, which is organized by the Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA) in collaboration with the International Center for AI Research and Ethics (ICAIRE) and the International Research Center on Artificial Intelligence (IRCAI) in Slovenia, under the sponsorship of UNESCO.
The IAIO tests lasted for five hours on Wednesday, during which contestants individually answered the questions. The names of the gold, silver, and bronze medal winners will be announced on Thursday.
SDAIA aims to make IAIO an international platform for AI competitions, nurturing talents and boosting their skills. It is envisioned as a meeting point for scientists and enthusiasts from around the world to develop skills, exchange expertise and stay updated on the latest advancements.
It also aspires for this Olympiad to be the foundation for its future expansion into other states, marking a significant step in encouraging young people across the world to create a new generation with a deep understanding of AI technologies, which have become integral to business systems and daily lives.
