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AI-ready infrastructure – keystone of digital economies in Asia-Pacific

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    • Digital infrastructure can serve as a catalyst for job creation and talent development in the digital economy, by facilitating the upskilling of the workforce needed to meet the demands of emerging sectors like AI.
    • Digital infrastructure can serve as a catalyst for job creation and talent development in the digital economy, by facilitating the upskilling of the workforce needed to meet the demands of emerging sectors like AI. PHOTO: PIXABAY

    Chris Street

    Published Sat, Jun 8, 2024 · 05:00 AM

    IN THE annals of economic history, transformative advancements in infrastructure have often ushered in new eras of prosperity and progress.

    Just as railways played a pivotal role in global economic transformation during the Industrial Revolution, today’s modern digital economies are built on advancements in both current and future technology.

    For instance, the advent of fibre connectivity and data centres laid the groundwork for a digital revolution, providing the fundamental infrastructure for Internet connectivity and cloud services, which are enabling businesses to flourish in the digital age.

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