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AI, Platforms and the Battle for the Customer

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In this episode, we unpack one of the most important questions investors face today – how AI is changing the way customers make decisions, and what that means for the platforms and businesses that have historically controlled those journeys. It’s a thoughtful discussion on disruption, market structure and long-term value creation, with clear implications for investors trying to separate hype from durable opportunity.
2 Mar English South Africa Business

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