Mexico City — Since taking office on October 1, 2024, President Claudia Sheinbaum has pushed a technology and artificial intelligence agenda focused on digitalization, infrastructure, and regulation, positioning innovation as a key pillar of her administration.
Under the banner “Mexico, country of innovation,” the federal government has unveiled a series of projects aimed at using technology to solve public problems, boost scientific research, modernize government services, and train new generations of AI specialists.
AI Training Center Launched
On November 6, 2025, Sheinbaum announced the Public Center for AI Training, linked to the SaberesMx platform and the broader innovation program. The center started with 10,000 in-person students and will later offer free courses online in AI, data analysis, cloud computing, Java, and cybersecurity.
“This is part of a very large project that we will soon present, called ‘Mexico, country of innovation,’ and all of you will be part of it,” Sheinbaum said.
José Antonio Peña Merino, head of the Agency for Digital Transformation and Telecommunications (ATDT), said the goal is to make it the largest public AI school in the Americas, graduating about 25,000 students per year.
The National Technology of Mexico also approved a new Master’s in AI program, which began in January 2026 at eight institutes nationwide.
National Debate on AI Regulation
On July 20, 2026, Sheinbaum announced a series of national forums to build a regulatory proposal for digital platforms, social media, and AI. The forums will bring together experts, educators, parents, and young people to reach a consensus before sending a proposal to Congress.
“We don’t want this to be a government idea imposed on society, but rather a consensus to regulate AI and especially platforms,” Sheinbaum said.
Education Secretary Mario Delgado noted that over 70% of Mexicans aged six and older use the internet, and among adolescents that figure exceeds 90%. He said the challenge is technological, educational, ethical, and social.
UNAM Online Exam Sparks Controversy
In the 2026-2027 admission cycle, 158,712 applicants took the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM) entrance exam entirely online for the first time. The university used AI tools to detect irregularities. However, an unusually high number of near-perfect and very low scores raised suspicions of fraud or AI misuse. UNAM said it would analyze the results and create a commission to review and improve the selection process. Sheinbaum said she respects UNAM’s autonomy but urged responsible and honest use of technology.
Olinia: Mexico’s First Electric Car
On June 7, 2026, Sheinbaum unveiled the “Olinia 1,” an electric vehicle developed by Mexican engineers and public universities. Priced at 150,000 pesos (about $8,000), the first units are expected to hit the road in summer 2027. The government plans to install 2,000 charging points in Mexico City, the State of Mexico, and Puebla.
“Olinia represents much more than an electric car; it represents the seed of a new innovation ecosystem built from Mexico,” Sheinbaum said.
Coatlicue Supercomputer
On November 26, 2025, Sheinbaum announced the creation of the National Supercomputing Cluster and the Mexican Supercomputing Center, including “Coatlicue,” which will be the most powerful public supercomputer in Latin America. It will support AI model development, scientific research, and public problem-solving in areas like meteorology, water crises, public health, and climate modeling.
“It is very important that Mexico has a public supercomputer at the service of national development, scientific research, and government,” Sheinbaum said.
Robot Police Assistants
On July 22, 2026, State of Mexico Governor Delfina Gómez showed Sheinbaum two new intelligent assistants, “CeCi” and “K5,” integrated into the state’s C5 command center. CeCi is an AI assistant for video surveillance, facial recognition, license plate reading, drone coordination, and emergency response, including specialized functions for violence against women. The robots join other tech initiatives like the “K9-X” robot dog division used for security during the 2026 World Cup in Guadalupe, Nuevo León.
Digital Transformation
The ATDT is leading efforts to digitize public services, simplify procedures, and use AI in government processes through platforms like Llave MX, aiming to reduce corruption and improve citizen services.
