Jamaica’s first Artificial Intelligence (AI) Lab will be established at the University of Technology, Jamaica (UTech Ja) in St Andrew, by September 1.
In collaboration with the Amber Group, 100 data analysis engineers will be onboarded to create the lab and build agentic AI – a class of AI which can autonomously make decisions and take actions without constant human intervention.
Minister without Portfolio in the Office of the Prime Minister with responsibility for Efficiency, Innovation, and Digital Transformation, Senator Audrey Marks, underscored that AI plays a critical role in shaping Jamaica’s future, noting that it is no longer just a tool of convenience.
Addressing the National AI Lab Signing Ceremony, held recently at the AC Hotel by Marriott in Kingston Ambassador Marks said AI is a powerful driver of economic transformation, job creation, innovation and global competitiveness.
“With the global AI market expected to reach nearly US$3.6 trillion by 2034, Jamaica must position itself as a serious contender. We have the talent, infrastructure and entrepreneurial spirit,” she declared.
