French President Emmanuel Macron is making use of artificial intelligence to reveal his fun side, appearing in AI-generated videos that have captured a lot of attention on social media. In a series of clips shared on Instagram, Macron can be spotted dancing to the popular 1980s song “Voyage Voyage” by French artist Desireless, starring in a spy comedy movie with French actor Jean Dujardin, and even rapping and showing off some dance moves, channeling French musician Nekfeu.
Macron responded to the videos by commending the creators, stating “Nicely done” and “It’s pretty well done, it made me laugh.” Nevertheless, he also highlighted the more serious implications of artificial intelligence, pointing out its potential to revolutionize various aspects of society, such as healthcare, energy, and everyday life.
These videos are part of Macron’s initiatives to promote the AI Action Summit happening in Paris soon. The summit will gather heads of state and government, with India co-chairing the event. Macron envisions France and Europe leading the AI revolution, seizing opportunities and upholding their values.
The Instagram post has garnered over 73,000 likes, with some users admiring Macron’s “cool” and relaxed demeanor. However, some were initially confused, thinking Macron’s account had been compromised.
In other news, France is on track to become a key player in the AI field, hosting various AI-related events and programs. Additionally, France and the United Arab Emirates have agreed to establish a 1-gigawatt AI data center, involving investments ranging from $30-$50 billion. This collaboration aims to build a strategic partnership in AI, focusing on joint projects and investments that support the growth of the AI industry.
Overall, Macron’s AI-generated videos and the upcoming AI Action Summit in Paris underscore France’s increasing influence in the AI sector, positioning the country to have a significant role in shaping the future of artificial intelligence.
