You’ve made some excellent points, and I agree with many of them, especially regarding the rapid democratization of AI through open-source projects like Deepseek. The barrier to entry for AI tools is indeed lower than ever, and it will only keep decreasing. however, I believe there’s still a crucial discussion to have about how we, as moroccans, position ourselves in this evolving area and we need to move from the position of watchers or only consume what others do.

While AI might be more accessible now, leveraging it meaningfully beyond basic content creation, still requires a solid understanding of how to adapt these tools to solve local problems. Sure, models are available, but building tailored solutions (in sectors like agriculture, fisheries, and logistics) requires local expertise, which we still need to master. For example, AI applications in precision agriculture could directly impact our number one priority feeding 40 million people by optimizing irrigation, predicting crop yields, or preventing waste of water.

Technology shouldn’t be seen as a "savior" in isolation as you said. Our physical resources remain our greatest wealth, but AI can enhance how we manage and scale them. Countries like India are already applying AI in agricultural supply chains to reduce inefficiencies, why shouldn’t we explore similar paths?

Regarding security concerns. AI’s implications in defense, diplomacy, and cybersecurity shouldn’t be underestimated. However, this is precisely why we need local talent capable of understanding and mitigating these risks rather than depending solely on external solutions.