Brazil advances in AI and will launch its national satellite in 2025.

Brazil stands out in technology with advances in AI and a national satellite.

Over the past 72 hours, Brazil has stood out on the global technological stage with significant advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and the imminent launch of the first national satellite, 100%, developed by the Federal University of Santa Catarina (UFSC). These initiatives reinforce the country's position as a leader in innovation and digital sustainability.

AI supercomputer among the five most powerful in the world.

The Brazilian government announced that the country will have one of the five most powerful AI supercomputers globally, focused on data security and digital sovereignty. This project is part of the Brazilian Artificial Intelligence Plan, which foresees investments of up to R$23 billion by 2028, boosting national technological capacity and international competitiveness.

Launch of the national satellite for climate monitoring.

By the end of November, Brazil will launch its first satellite with domestically developed 100% technology, created by UFSC (Federal University of Santa Catarina). The equipment will be used to monitor the climate, contributing to the advancement of environmental monitoring and sustainability in the country. This technological milestone reinforces Brazil's commitment to innovation and environmental preservation.

Events and initiatives foster innovation and digitalization.

The Digital Week in Santos, taking place between November 13th and 14th, brings together more than 100 speakers, including the CEO of WhatsApp, to discuss innovation, AI, and digital transformation. Simultaneously, Embrapii launched a public call for proposals to train research groups in the Northern Region, focusing on green technologies, with a planned investment of R$153 million.

Impacts and perspectives

• Investment in supercomputing and AI strengthens Brazil's digital security and technological sovereignty.
• The national satellite expands environmental monitoring capabilities, which are essential for public policy and sustainability.
• Events such as Digital Week and initiatives from Embrapii stimulate the innovation ecosystem, focusing on digitalization and green technologies.

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