Is AI the magic pill for export-led FDI from Asia-Pacific? Pt 3
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Gamechanger: AI holds the promise of helping Africa leapfrog to the developed world’s level PIC: EFFVISION.COM
To improve their ability to attract Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), governments and investment promotion organisations around the world are increasingly using Artificial Intelligence (AI), intelligent data analysis to comprehend investor preferences and market trends, automated matchmaking systems to link investors with opportunities, and predictive analytics to identify possible investors. The use of AI in government services and investment promotion has been pioneered by nations like Estonia, Singapore and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). By offering better services to prospective investors, these early adopters have shown that AI can greatly increase the efficacy and efficiency of investment attraction initiatives.
Predictive analytics for investor targeting
It is a warning flare to every Motswana who logs onto social media. As a country, we have reached a point where the line between robust debate and outright destruction has become dangerously blurred. At face value, Mabeo’s response, which seeks an apology and threat of a defamation suit, might seem severe to some. But we cannot ignore the context. The comment in question did not offer a policy critique or question a political decision.It...