AI presents a unique set of challenges and opportunities for countries around the world. In response, Brazil, United States, and Canada (among others) have each developed their own AI National Strategies, outlining their plans to develop and use AI technology in a responsible and ethical manner.

While each country's strategy is unique, there are some commonalities and differences between them. All three countries recognize the following:

The importance of investing in research and development to advance AI technology; The need for a skilled workforce to drive innovation and implementation. The importance of inclusivity in the development and use of AI technology, with an emphasis on diversity and avoiding biased and discriminatory outcomes.

United States and Canada place significant emphasis on ethical and responsible AI, with the US strategy specifically calling out the need for responsible AI innovation.

The Brazilian strategy mentions the importance of ethical and responsible AI but does not provide specific guidelines or principles for its development and use. Instead, Brazil places significant emphasis on using AI technology to address social issues, such as healthcare and education.

The North American and Canadian strategies also place more emphasis on regulating the development and use of AI technology than the Brazilian strategy does. Both countries outline their plans to collaborate with other countries on AI development and governance, providing more guidance on international collaboration than Brazil.

Overall, each country's AI National Strategy has its strengths and weaknesses. With the two countries of the north hemisphere placing more emphasis on ethical and responsible AI and regulation, while the tropical one places more emphasis on social impact.

Societal challenges that can be addressed using AI technology include healthcare, education, environment, social inequality, public safety, transportation, and economic development. There is a correlation between addressing societal challenges and business thriving.

Businesses that contribute to addressing societal challenges are often viewed more positively by customers, employees, and other stakeholders. By addressing societal challenges, businesses can build stronger relationships with their stakeholders, improve their brand reputation, and differentiate themselves from their competitors.

Furthermore, addressing societal challenges can create new business opportunities, such as developing new products or services that address unmet needs or leveraging AI technology to enter new markets. By addressing societal challenges, businesses can tap into new sources of revenue and growth.

Though, navigating the rapidly-evolving AI landscape can be harsh sometimes, business can learn from the strengths and weaknesses of each country's AI National Strategy. By prioritizing ethical and responsible AI development and use, promoting diversity and inclusivity, investing in research and development, engaging with policymakers, collaborating internationally, and addressing societal challenges.