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We are passionate observers and analysts of the trends shaping Asia. We frequently engage communities across the region for real-time insights and publish our perspectives prolifically.

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Algorithms and Ambitions (New Report)

Algorithms and Ambitions
This unique study examines how young Singapore investors (aged 25–39) are integrating artificial intelligence (AI) tools into their financial lives. It confirms that this digitally-native cohort has already executed a universal shift in behaviour, with 100% adoption of AI for investment decisions. This rapid, total integration of the 'AI co-pilot' presents an existential challenge to traditional financial advice models, demanding a new strategic response from financial institutions and technology providers.

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Microsoft Doubles Down on AI in Southeast Asia: Upskilling Millions for the Future

Microsoft's ambitious plan is set to transform the workforce landscape in ASEAN by focusing on four key areas: creating an inclusive, AI-ready workforce, bridging the cybersecurity talent gap, enhancing AI skills among developers, and empowering non-profit organisations to leverage AI for social impact.

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HorizonASEAN: How Are Southeast Asians Envisaging the Future?

How are Southeast Asians envisaging the future? This commentary explains how and why Blackbox conceived of the HorizonASEAN polling mechanism to help decision makers figure out the answer that exact question.

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Beyond Automation: Thriving in the Era of Human-AI Collaboration

Artificial Intelligence is reshaping industries and redefining our relationship with technology but it won’t replace us - find out why.

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Generative AI: Excitement and Uncertainty Collide in a Landscape of Challenges

Has unprecedented consumer demand for Generative AI been met with the same pace of evolution within the business landscape? We find out.

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Perspectives on Singapore's AI Evolution: A Strategic Shift for the Future

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is set to transform global economies and societies, and governments will need to be mindful, proactive, and innovative in their policymaking to ensure such transformative effects are effectively harnessed for the public good.

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The Big AI Takeover: What Jobs Are Most at Risk of Being Automated?

Artificial Intelligence (AI) will have a lasting impact on the way we work, and how we choose to respond will make all the difference.

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AI Going Rogue: Is Greater Regulation the Answer?

While AI is expected to have a high degree of predictability, the truth is that in some situations, it does not. We shed light on this.

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GPT-4 Is Here: What Now? What Next?

In November 2022, OpenAI unveiled ChatGPT, an artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot that has been used by many writers, programmers, lawyers, and scientists among other curious people. We predict what may come next.

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The Impact of AI on Employment: Will ChatGPT replace human workers?

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As AI technology, such as ChatGPT and similar natural language processing (NLP) systems, continue to evolve, it raises the question of whether these technologies will eventually replace human workers and make many current roles redundant.

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