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Putin Champions AI Development, Denies Personal Use

11/21/2025

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Putin Promotes AI

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov says Vladimir Putin does not personally use AI tools, while officials in his administration do.
Putin called for a national task force to develop Russia's generative AI models to protect national sovereignty.
The discussion occurred during an AI exhibition hosted by Sberbank, where an AI-powered robot performed for Vladimir Putin.
The Kremlin also used AI to manage citizen inquiries during Putin's annual Q&A session.

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Putin Observes AI

President Vladimir Putin appeared unimpressed at an AI exhibition in Moscow watching the humanoid robot Green.
Putin later commented, "Very beautiful. Thanks," before leaving.
The demonstration, part of AI Journey conference, showcased Green's capabilities with over 40 motors and was heavily featured on state television.
The Kremlin has not yet commented on the exhibition.
This moment contrasted with a viral incident where another robot, Aidol, fell shortly after its debut.

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Putin Embraces Immortality

At an AI exhibition in Moscow, Russian President Vladimir Putin praised AI-powered dancing robot named Green and expressed a desire for immortality.
The 73-year-old leader mused about living to 150 years and suggested biotechnology could enable continuous organ transplants.
Xi Jinping, the Chinese President, was present and said living to 150 may be possible this century, while speculation about Putin's health resurfaced after he was seen with a bruised hand.

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Putin Promotes AI

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov says Vladimir Putin does not personally use AI tools, while officials in his administration do.
Putin called for a national task force to develop Russia's generative AI models to protect national sovereignty.
The discussion occurred during an AI exhibition hosted by Sberbank, where an AI-powered robot performed for Vladimir Putin.
The Kremlin also used AI to manage citizen inquiries during Putin's annual Q&A session.

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