Ervin Kalemi

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Meet Diella first AI minister ( not Minister of AI but an AI who got a ministerial portfolio). Remember when we worried about AI coming for our jobs? Now it’s reached another level—not even politicians are “safe.” Albania has just appointed an AI as a government minister. Yes, you read that right. Not a human minister for AI—an actual artificial intelligence with a seat at the table. Her main job? Overseeing all government procurement. That means every time the government needs to hire a company to build a road, supply equipment, or provide a service, this AI—called Diella —is the one deciding who gets the contract. Why go this route? Simple: corruption has been a huge problem. The idea is that an AI doesn’t take bribes, doesn’t play favorites, and (hopefully!) isn’t swayed by anything except the facts and fairness. It really makes you pause, doesn’t it? If the jobs we thought were the most “human” can be replaced by code, where does that leave the rest of us? Would you trust an AI to run government spending in your country? Tell me which all ministries you think can be replaced by AI—genuinely curious! AI in politics: it’s no longer science fiction.

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One of the most striking findings for me: people who answered in English showed much higher confidence and trust in AI than those who answered in Macedonian. A reminder that adoption isn’t just about tools, even the language we use changes how we experience AI. 🙌 Thank you to the Wave Group team for digging into all these dynamics of AI adoption. Read the full report to explore more: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/duZyKZw3

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Most people think appointing AI as a government minister is science fiction. but Albania just proved them wrong. The problem? Public procurement in Albandia was aboslutely riddled with corruption and inefficiency worldwide, losing public trust and wasting billions. Albania thought, if human corruption is the issue, why not bypass them altogether. Diella, an AI system, was appointed Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence to oversee public tenders. By automating procurement, Diella aims to eliminate human bias, increase transparency, and align with EU standards. a pioneering move at a cabinet level. She was unveiled by PM Edi Rama recently. But this innovation isn't without controversy. Critics argue AI can't address deep-rooted corruption alone and raise concerns about accountability and ethical oversight, especially since details on human governance are scarce. From my experience in tech governance, such initiatives demand transparent frameworks and public engagement to succeed. Albania's experiment could redefine how governments harness AI. but will trust and ethics keep pace? What safeguards should be mandatory when AI governs public resources? Could AI ministers become the norm. or a governance risk? Would bribery be replaced by prompt engineering or prompt attacks? Let's talk. #albania #diella #aiagents

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Albania makes history as the first nation to appoint an AI minister, a virtual entity composed of pixels and code. This pioneering move signifies a new era in governance. Read more on Politico.eu. #AIMinister #Albania #FutureOfGovernment

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🚨 The current bizzare state of the AI hype! Albania’s Prime Minister just announced that the country’s AI minister is “pregnant.” Yes, you read that right. The virtual minister, named Diella, is apparently expecting 83 digital “children”, each one an AI assistant assigned to a member of parliament. These assistants will sit through sessions, take notes, track attendance, and even suggest how MPs should respond during debates. It’s strange, creative, and a little unsettling. Governments are now adopting AI as part of their political theatre, not just their governance. The symbolism says a lot. AI is no longer being introduced as a tool; it’s being presented as an entity. That is both fascinating and dangerous. Maybe the question is not whether AI can govern, but whether we’re already letting it perform the act of governance itself.

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Albania 🇦🇱 is the next Dubai 🇦🇪 when it comes to tourism and property…… Wait Albania? The ex-communist country? Yes. That Albania. And the numbers don’t lie: In Saranda, property prices have risen up to 50% year-on-year Albania welcomed 11.7 million foreign visitors in 2024 a 15.2% increase It now ranks #3 globally in international tourism growth And here’s the wild part: Albania isn’t even in the EU yet. When accession happens in the next 2–3 years, the growth curve will only accelerate. But here’s what makes Albania truly different: Dubai was built with money often on the backs of underpaid imported labor. Albania is being built by Albanians with soul, pride, and a culture of hospitality that runs generations deep. This isn’t a manufactured playground for the rich. It’s authentic. It’s affordable. And it’s rising fast powered by locals who care. I spent 3 months traveling around Albania last year. I’m from Australia and yes, we’re proud of our beaches. But I’ll say this honestly: Albania has some of the best beaches in Europe. Crystal-clear water. Untouched nature. Coastal towns growing fast but still keeping their charm. The energy is real. The momentum is building. And what makes it work is something uniquely Albanian: Besa – a cultural code that means: “In an Albanian house, it’s God… and then the guest.” This mindset is why people return. It’s why tourism isn’t just a season it’s a movement. That’s why I initially wanted to build a tourism company in Albania and I started creating content But then I discovered Kosovo’s booming tech sector lean, fast, ambitious. And now, we’re building tech to support Albanians managing property and hosting guests, both in Albania and abroad. Our solution: the 24/7 AI Guest Concierge Built specifically for short-term rentals and hotels. ✅ Responds to guest queries instantly 24/7 ✅ Collects and verifies guest ID before check-in ✅ Reduces human-to-human guest communication by up to 90% ✅ Cuts labor costs and admin time ✅ Sends automated check-in instructions, Wi-Fi info, and directions ✅ Recommends local restaurants, beaches, and tours — in any language ✅ Requests reviews post-checkout It’s like giving every property its own smart, secure, multilingual front desk one that never sleeps, never forgets, and always replies on time. One of our clients manages 43 properties. They now wake up to zero unanswered messages and a lot more 5-star reviews. Repost this or share it with someone who needs to see the future of Albanian tourism. Let’s help property owners turn real estate into real opportunity and help Albania maximise this massive influx of global tourism. Because this growth isn’t just numbers on a chart. It’s being built by people. For people. With soul. 💬 DM me “AI” if you want to see how it could work for your property or hotel.

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#EXPO2027 #Belgrade #Serbia Project: Open Science Navigator – AI Patent and Academic Research Search Engine Introduction In today's world, science and innovation heavily rely on fast and precise access to up-to-date information. Researchers often waste valuable time searching fragmented patent and academic databases, slowing down new ideas and duplicating efforts. The goal of this project is to develop an AI system — Open Science Navigator — that integrates patent and university research search on one platform, enabling users easy, fast, and intuitive access to relevant data. Project Goals Develop an intelligent AI tool that searches global patent and academic databases Provide visual and textual presentation of complex data Increase research efficiency by reducing duplication and facilitating identification of knowledge gaps Promote open science and democratization of knowledge worldwide Methodology Integrate existing databases (WIPO, USPTO, EPO, arXiv, CORE, etc.) into a unified AI system Apply advanced NLP (natural language processing) techniques to summarize and interpret data Develop a user-friendly interface tailored for scientists, students, and innovators Test and iteratively improve through pilot projects with universities and research institutes Expected Results Reduce time needed to find relevant patents and research papers Facilitate collaboration among researchers from different fields and countries Encourage innovation by easier access to prior work and identifying new research questions Increase availability of scientific information worldwide Target Groups Scientists and researchers in academic and industrial institutions Bachelor, master, and doctoral students Universities and research centers Innovative companies and startups Governmental and international organizations interested in scientific development Partners and Potential Users OpenAI and other AI leaders for technical collaboration UNESCO for support in open knowledge access European Commission (Horizon Europe) for funding and EU networking Leading universities (Harvard, MIT, Oxford, Sorbonne, Tokyo, University of Belgrade) Global patent offices and databases Implementation Plan and Budget (Outline) Phase 1 (0-6 months): Needs analysis, database integration, basic prototype Phase 2 (6-12 months): AI model development, interface, pilot user testing Phase 3 (12-24 months): Iterations, expanding partnerships, platform launch Budget: software development, server infrastructure, marketing, user education Conclusion and Appeal Open Science Navigator is not just a technological project — it is a vision of the future of science where knowledge is not a privilege but a right of every individual. Investing in this project accelerates innovation, collaboration, and a fairer scientific world.

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