Building up an artificial intelligence industry in Russia: problems and prospects

Abstract

Artificial intelligence (AI) is one of the most important areas of scientific and technological progress in many countries, including Russia. This technology is included in national innovation development programs, since its mass implementation can double economic growth. The transition to the sixth technological order has begun, in which AI-based technologies will play an important role. Government programs for the development of AI are becoming an important element of the growth of national economies and national security. AI technologies can significantly increase the economic efficiency of those industries where they will be introduced, primarily in the real sector, in medicine, transport, and weapons. The introduction of AI technologies in these industries can have a multiplier effect in related sectors of the economy, e.g. in education. The creation of high-tech jobs is an important intermediate result of the entire complex of measures for the development of AI technology. The article focuses on the study of state incentives for the development of the artificial intelligence industry in Russia. The state supports the industry mainly through national programs, legal regulation, and budget injections. The author maintains that the AI development and implementation system can be improved by following certain principles. The availability of state support can stimulate the emergence of new players in the artificial intelligence market, which, in turn, could lead to accelerated development of the sector.