In this episode, Across The Balkans looks at how AI is transforming the region and shaping its future. Nermin Hadzic, CEO of Bloomteq and Co-founder of Bosnia and Herzegovina’s first AI institute joins the programme. But as the region adopts new technology, it also looks at why it is so important to value and preserve what has always defined the Balkans, its rivers, mountains and wild landscapes.

This week’s episode also includes a newly discovered species of olm (human fish), named Proteus Bosniensis, an extraordinary amphibian found in its underground waters. Adnan Zimic, a herpetologist explains Across The Balkans why this new species is so important for biodiversity of Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Across The Balkans, hosted by Nadja Muftic, is TRT World's programme focusing on the issues and fault lines shaping Southeast Europe today.