Tinkoff Central University

History

Creation of AI laboratory in conjunction with AIRI

Central University and AIRI are setting up an artificial intelligence, data analysis and simulation lab. This was announced by the Central University on December 10, 2024.

The laboratory will be led by Professor Alexander Gorban. The professor returned from abroad to develop science and popularize AI in Russia together with the Central University and AIRI.

Tasks of the laboratory:

• basic research in the field of artificial intelligence for the development and implementation of new algorithms in business;
• preparation of a galaxy of scientists of a new generation.
• The joint laboratory of the Central University and AIRI provides university students with the opportunity to write a diploma under the guidance of a world-renowned professor and further build a scientific career.

The activities of the laboratory will focus on the following areas of research, but will not be limited to them:

• Multi-agent heterogeneous systems of artificial intelligence with mutual error correction;
• Artificial intelligence and Hilbert's sixth problem: new generations of physical models with hybridization of fundamental models and machine learning systems;
• Practical analysis of large collections of heterogeneous data from various areas.

The work of the laboratory will be based on the principle of supplementing the competencies of the Central University and AIRI, whose research activities are applied and benefit the scientific community and business.

The creation of a joint laboratory will significantly accelerate progress in artificial intelligence, neural network training, intelligent data processing and mathematical modeling through interdisciplinary interaction and knowledge synthesis.

Шаблон:Quote 'author=said Alexander Gorban, professor at Central University, a leading researcher at AIRI.

Central University attracts the world's leading artificial intelligence experts, including scientists like Alexander Gorban, creating an environment for students to learn. Created in collaboration with the AIRI Institute, the laboratory not only opens up access to developments in the field of AI, but also cultivates an interdisciplinary approach, educating universal scientists who can adapt to rapidly changing conditions and solve complex problems. This is a significant step towards the development of the domestic IT community and the popularization of artificial intelligence in our country, allowing future generations to take a direct part in creating innovative solutions in this strategically important area under the guidance of recognized world-renowned scientists. noted Evgeny Ivashkevich, rector of the Central University.

Creation of Omut AI Laboratory

T-Bank AI Research and Central University are opening a joint Omut AI laboratory for basic research in artificial intelligence (AI) and large language models (LLM). The name Omut AI is a metaphor for "deep" learning. T-Bank announced this on July 23, 2024. Read more here. Read more here.

2023

Rent 15 thousand square meters. m. In the Moscow business center for the launch of the university

Tinkoff rented 15 thousand square meters. m in the Moscow business center Ducat Place II on the street. Hasek to launch his own university. This became known in mid-August 2023.

According to Vedomosti, citing data from the SPARK-Interfax system, Tinkoff registered the Central University Autonomous Non-Profit Organization of Higher Education in May 2023. At the first stage, the university will specialize in mathematics and computer science. The university received an educational license, the university should accept the first students in September 2023. The undergraduate program will begin a year later.

Ducat Place II Business Center

As part of the undergraduate program, 500 students will be enrolled in Central University, which will be taught by 55 teachers. The cost of training is from 70 thousand rubles. per month. Graduates of the university will receive a state-issued diploma in the field of "Mathematics and Computer Sciences."

Ducat Place II was built in 1997, its area is 19 thousand square meters. It was owned by the Finnish investment company Sponda - it bought it in 2008 from London & Regional Properties. In 2022, the business center was sold to Retam.

Rent 1 sq. m in Ducat Place II per year can be 32-36 thousand rubles, said NF Group partner Maria Zimina. According to the head of the department for work with office premises Ekaterina Belova, the lease does not exceed 28 thousand rubles. Thus, renting the premises of the Central University will cost TCS Group 420-540 million rubles a year. Probably, the group will have to carry out repairs and redevelopment of the BC, as well as make additional investments to organize classrooms, laboratories and libraries.

Vedomosti writes that the deal to lease space in Ducat Place II became the most expensive in the office real estate market in 2023.^[1]

University launch announcement

On June 14, 2023, Tinkoff announced the launch of the Central University, Russia's first private STEM-based university (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics). At the first stage, the institution will specialize in mathematics and computer science, the following areas are announced:

• software engineering;
• computer security;
• business informatics;
• applied mathematics;
• data analysis and artificial intelligence;
• economics and data analysis;
• marketing and business analytics;
• product management.

Tinkoff was the first Russian bank to create a university for the open market. For example, Sberbank, as well as the Central Bank, have their own corporate universities, but they specialize primarily in training programs for employees.

Tinkoff became the first Russian bank to create a university for the open market

The STEM model (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) on which the university will work is to combine science, technology, engineering and mathematics to create a holistic approach to learning.

The STEM model is based on such principles as: focus on solving problems, the ability to use creativity and work in a team, honing communication skills, as well as the development of critical thinking, noted in the Tinkoff group.

It is argued that the university is designed to combine the experience of the best physical, mathematical and technical universities in the country and the business expertise of the largest employer companies to create highly qualified personnel. Upon graduation, students will receive a state-issued diploma in the field of "Mathematics and Computer Sciences," the press service reports.

The first undergraduate stream starts in September 2024. The university will include 500 students and 55 teachers. Master's programs will be launched in 2023.^[2]

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