Workshop on GPT-3 Technology:

The Ministry of Transport, Communications, and Information Technology in Oman organized a workshop on GPT-3 technology on January 1, 2023, to discuss the economic and social impacts of this technology. The workshop was chaired by His Excellency Dr. Ali bin Amer Al-Shaidhani, with representatives from both the public and private sectors, in addition to local startups. The workshop aimed to explore investment opportunities in Oman and the legal and legislative challenges associated with adopting this technology. It emphasizes the necessity of preparing the next generation to use these technologies and their profound effects on daily life. GPT-3, developed by OpenAI, represents a qualitative leap in AI, enabling the production of texts resembling human writing and providing accurate answers via chatbots. This initiative is part of the ministry's efforts to enhance the favorable environment for adopting these advanced technologies in the sultanate to maximize the potential benefits they offer.