On 5 October 2026 fifteen new scholars of the EXPLORER programme of INSAIT, the Institute for Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence and Technology in Sofia, were presented.
The government stressed its aim for Bulgaria to develop research, large language models, robotics and high-tech companies while keeping young specialists in the country.
Bulgaria’s AI focus opens topics for future business contacts with Kazakhstan, which is also investing in AI.
Source: Council of Ministers of Bulgaria
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