SWISDATA, a leading non-profit organization dedicated to promoting digital transformation, education, and research in developing countries, is thrilled to announce that its CEO, Dr. Marian Lux, has joined the esteemed AI for Developing Countries Forum (AIFOD). This move underscores SWISDATA's commitment to advancing sustainable AI development and digital sovereignty in regions where it can make the most significant impact.

The AI for Developing Countries Forum was founded with a mission to bridge the gap between the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) and its accessibility in developing countries. The forum aims to promote sustainable development, equality, and peace by ensuring ethical deployment of AI technologies. It serves as a platform where technology meets humanitarianism, leading to solutions that can uplift entire communities.

The 2024 Forum, which Dr. Lux attended also at the United Nations Office at Vienna (UNOV), was organized with the support of key figures such as Tianze Zhang (Chief Communicator), Andrea A. Jacobs (Co-Chair, Head of AI and Legal Innovation at Antigua and Barbuda's Ministry of Legal Affairs), Philip Hackett K.C. (Co-Chair, President of the Geneva International Dispute Resolution Institute), Avv. Bernardo Cartoni (Chairing the drafting committee), Dominik Galkowski (Panel discussions organizer), Xingweilin (Velynne) Ji (Head of Logistics & Partnership), Peter Ruggle (Legal Advisor and Managing Partner of Ruggle Partners), and Dawid Wiktor (Chief Communicator, PR and Marketing Director at Media Scope Group).

AIFOD focuses on inclusivity and sustainability, aiming to make AI advancements a universal opportunity rather than a privileged resource. The forum hosts summits in various locations, including Vienna and Geneva, and offers membership opportunities with terms and conditions available for review.

Dr. Lux, the CEO of SWISDATA, is a distinguished researcher with over 25 years of experience in information technology. His focus entrepreneurship, engineering, on process mining, AI and research has led to the founding of two companies: LuxActive (a for-profit SME) and SWISDATA (a non-profit promoting digital transformation, education, and research). As a senior researcher at SWISDATA, Dr. Lux brings invaluable expertise to AIFOD.

AIFOD is an exclusive network of leaders committed to advancing AI development and digital sovereignty in developing countries. Membership involves a nomination or invitation pathway, followed by an interview and final approval by the Membership Committee.

1. Frontier Explorer: Open for public registration, offering access to all summits, forums, events, networking opportunities, exclusive resources, and the chance to contribute to AIFOD’s mission.
2. Senior Fellow: Reserved for distinguished leaders in AI development and policy, providing additional benefits such as leading regional chapters, speaking at high-level events, and participating in strategic projects.

All members start as Frontier Explorers before potentially being invited to become Senior Fellows. Members of the forum aim to influence global AI development through continuous dialogue beyond individual summits.

Dr. Lux's involvement with AIFOD marks a significant step forward for SWISDATA in its mission to promote sustainable AI development and digital transformation in developing countries. By joining forces with this prestigious organization, SWISDATA is poised to make even greater strides in advancing technology that uplifts communities worldwide.

If you have a project for AI with developing countries in mind, please contact us. SWISDATA looks forward to discussing your project.