Artificial intelligence (AI) underpins two recent announcements in the Latin American region – one from technology giant Microsoft and the other from Wi-Fi optimisation specialist Galgus.
Microsoft has announced that it will invest US$1.3 billion over the next three years to build up its infrastructure in Mexico for cloud computing and artificial intelligence.
The company says the investment will go towards improving connectivity and boosting the adoption of AI technology by small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). The initiative aims to reach five million Mexicans and 30,000 SMBs in three years.
According to Reuters, Mexican firms such as breadmaker Bimbo and cement producer Cemex already use Microsoft's AI tools.
Meanwhile Galgus, a provider of Wi-Fi optimisation solutions, and Sysman, a specialist in data-driven city planning and management, have joined forces to create smart and safe cities in Latin America through AI-powered Wi-Fi technology
Sysman offers and presents information in an understandable way, allowing municipal administrations to gain a broad view of real situations, identify needs and propose potential solutions.
This facilitates informed decision-making on the most relevant aspects of the city, such as public safety, by monitoring occupancy levels and the flow of people, as well as keeping an eye on potential suspicious activity in critical areas.
These data will now be optimised thanks to Galgus’ location and presence analytics technology, which, the company says, offers unmatched precision in device counting and tracking through AI algorithms that can even detect non-connected devices and those that randomise their MAC addresses.
Additionally, with this partnership agreement Galgus says it is making significant strides in improving connectivity in cities, as its AI-powered Wi-Fi technology delivers high performance even in crowded areas. Furthermore, it suggests that it is shaping the convergence of Wi-Fi and 5G networks, providing users with a seamless experience.
