Russian Regions Expand AI Institutes and IT Parks
In the Samara region, IT sector revenue is growing by 12% annually
Russian regions are actively developing their own digital technologies, training specialists, and creating conditions for IT companies. The Samara region shared its experience with federal authorities during a visit by Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Grigorenko. Governor Vyacheslav Fedorishchev said annual revenue of IT companies in the region is growing by 12%. The region ranks among Russia’s top 10 for software quality and output. It also operates its own artificial intelligence institute, which trains specialists for multiple industries.
Drones for Industry and Agriculture
One of the region’s key focus areas is the development of unmanned systems. These are used across sectors, from environmental monitoring to agriculture. Last year, farmers treated more than 200,000 hectares of crops using drones. Another priority is the digital transformation of government services. Support measures for vulnerable groups are now delivered almost entirely in digital form. The region currently hosts around 1,500 IT companies employing about 8,000 people.
Grigorenko said the next step is to focus on data management and cybersecurity, as well as shifting public services from basic digital formats to proactive delivery.
