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THE WEALTH CODE

For investing, not all AI tools are created equal

Unlike models built for finance, AI for general use is not trained to weigh risk, comply with regulation or understand the structural forces that move markets

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    • AI can elevate investing capability, but the final layer must still be human.
    • AI can elevate investing capability, but the final layer must still be human. IMAGE: PIXABAY

    Caesar Sengupta

    Published Mon, Dec 15, 2025 · 04:06 PM

    ARTIFICIAL intelligence (AI) has become a standard part of daily life in Singapore. Many people now ask chatbots about restaurants, renovation ideas or how to lower their golf handicap.

    Extending that convenience into investing is an opportunity, especially in a country where retail participation in the markets has risen and financial literacy is a national priority.

    Yet, the rapid adoption of AI masks an essential truth: not all AI is built to be a helpful tool for investors.

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