Tel Aviv, Feb. 3 -- Israel's Education Ministry unveiled a national initiative to integrate artificial intelligence into the education system on Monday. The plan aims to transform teaching and learning by equipping students and educators with cutting-edge AI tools and training programs.

"Today we are leading an unprecedented move on a global scale -- connecting the education system with leading high-tech companies to train Israeli teachers and children in artificial intelligence," said Education Minister Yoav Kisch.

"Together with the world's most advanced technological industry and thousands of engineers, we are placing Israel at the global forefront of education in the age of artificial intelligence. This is one of the most important ...