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Tuesday, Sep 15, 2026
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El Salvador Launches AI Strategy Targeting 20% of GDP by 2031

El Salvador's National Artificial Intelligence Agency unveiled a strategy aimed at building advanced computing capacity, integrating Bitcoin-related technologies and developing skilled workers as the country seeks a larger digital economy.
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