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India leads in global AI tool adoption
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Marketing budgets have flatlined
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There are hurdles, but CEOs are serious about AI
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Business is ready to explore quantum AI
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C-suite cuts on the cards
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Many supply chain adoption efforts doomed to fail
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Service revenue drives MTN’s growth
MTN has noted encouraging acceleration in operational momentum for the quarter ended 31 March 2025. Service revenue was up 19,8%, underpinned by growth in MTN Nigeria and MTN Ghana, and fintech sustained robust performance. The group EBIDTA margin increased 5,3...
Industrial printer shipments trend lower
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