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Tatler Asia
2 days ago
- Business
- Tatler Asia
How AI is helping small businesses punch above their weight in emerging markets
Whether it's a craft brewery in Manila, a coffee roaster in Nairobi or a specialty grocery store in Bogotá, small and medium-sized business owners are now empowered to: Automate inventory and customer service Predict demand and manage stock Deliver hyper-targeted promotions Analyse customer behaviour in real time The agility of SMEs, which was once seen as a liability, is now a competitive advantage. While multinationals navigate bureaucratic layers, small businesses can pivot instantly, test new strategies and respond to data on the fly. In many of these regions, economies tend to be U-shaped, with large clusters of SMEs on one end, dominant enterprises on the other and very few mid-sized players in between. AI is now bridging that gap. A new data goldmine One of the most powerful enablers of this revolution is the recent explosion in digital data. For years, small businesses lacked the behavioural insights that gave large companies their edge. But today, the rise of digital wallets (like GCash in the Philippines, UPI in India, Pix in Brazil), e-commerce platforms and mobile-first apps has created a wealth of consumer data that SMEs can finally access. Above GCash digital wallet in the Philippines (Photo: Courtesy of Miguel Guerrero) This data, once non-existent, is now rich, real-time and largely untapped. Yet much of this data remains underutilised, showcasing a major opportunity for SMEs to unlock competitive advantage through better targeting and decision-making. With AI, small businesses can: Predict customer preferences Send personalised messages and offers Run data-driven marketing campaigns This kind of precision targeting was previously unthinkable for most SMEs. Now it's becoming the norm. Read more: Do you sound like ChatGPT? Research says AI is changing how we speak The connectivity boom Another game-changer is the acceleration of global internet access. In India alone, over 900 million people are connected to the internet, creating digital footprints, market insights and advertising potential that SMEs can now harness. Mobile-first ecosystems are rapidly connecting billions across Southeast Asia and sub-Saharan Africa and unlocking new markets and demand. Above India's internet revolution (Photo: Courtesy of Miguel Guerrero) This wave of connectivity isn't just about access, it's about participation. More consumers mean more data, more commerce and more competition. And SMEs are perfectly positioned to seize the opportunity. Many emerging market businesses have a hidden edge: they're not burdened by legacy systems. Unlike Western enterprises weighed down by outdated infrastructure, these businesses can adopt AI from a clean slate—mobile-first, cloud-ready and fast to deploy. Governments are recognising this, too. Initiatives like the Philippines' Center for AI Research, India's Digital India and Brazil's Brazilian Artificial Intelligence Plan (PBIA) are supporting SME adoption through funding, infrastructure and education. Read more: Why AI needs ethics now more than ever, and how this Filipino data scientist is making it happen Real stories, real impact The impact of AI is already visible across global markets. In Colorado, Taspen's Organics switched from broad targeting to Otis' precise AI targeting and achieved a 10x return on ad spend (ROAS) by reaching high-intent customers with tailored promotions. In Southeast Asia, GrabRewards leverages AI-powered gamification and personalised offers across a network of coffee shop partners. In India, Stylumia helps fashion brands minimise overstock through AI-based demand forecasting, markdown reduction and waste control In the Philippines, Triple i Consulting reports that AI is enhancing customer insights, service and efficiency for Philippine SMEs. These aren't isolated success stories; they're signals of a structural shift in how global business is done. Why emerging markets are poised to lead Emerging markets are becoming the leaders of the AI revolution. Here's why: Minimal legacy systems: Businesses can adopt AI directly, without needing to undo outdated systems. Mobile-first ecosystems: Customers interact with businesses through smartphones, making digital data collection seamless. Government support: Policy momentum is pushing digital transformation for SMEs. Massive data potential: Platforms like GCash, UPI, and Pix are creating behaviour-rich datasets at scale. In short, the infrastructure and conditions for SME success are already in place. It's just a matter of activation. Getting started with AI The best part? You don't need to go all-in from day one. SMEs can (and should) start small. Begin with a bottleneck: Is social media management draining your time? Are customer inquiries piling up? Is marketing guesswork eating into your budget? From there, identify an AI tool that solves that specific problem. Platforms like ChatGPT (copywriting), Canva (design) and Otis AI (advertising) require little training but deliver immediate results. Set a 90-day goal: Reduce response time, improve ad engagement or increase conversions. Measure, learn and scale. Read more: How to embrace AI without losing ourselves The future Is AI-powered and small-business-led We're living through a quiet but profound revolution where technology, which was once reserved for enterprise giants, is now democratised and decentralised. The AI-powered SMB revolution won't just reshape businesses in emerging markets; it may redefine global commerce. Because for the first time, scale and access are no longer prerequisites for success. Like the steam engine reshaped commerce in the 18th century, AI is reshaping it today. Only this time, the revolution is mobile, digital and global. What matters now is agility, intelligence, and a willingness to adapt. And in that race, SMEs finally have the tools to lead.
Yahoo
02-07-2025
- Yahoo
PBIA flights to New York, New England, Carolinas as low as $59 for July 2025
Palm Beach County residents looking to visit New York, New England, the Carolinas or Virginia for the July 4 weekend or the rest of the month will be hard-pressed to find better deals than what Breeze Airways is offering. For about $60, Breeze Airways passengers flying out of Palm Beach International Airport can travel to Connecticut, Rhode Island, Virginia, North Carolina or South Carolina. Flights cost at least $85 to White Plains, New York, and $121 to Long Island. July 4 can be a hectic time for travel. Parking at PBIA has become easier, even with higher rates than last year. The airport has implemented alerts for those seeking parking, available on Facebook, Instagram and other social media at @flyPBI. West Palm Beach flights to and from Charleston, South Carolina Flights from PBIA to and from Charleston, South Carolina are scheduled on Mondays and Fridays. Departing ticket prices: $49 - $89 Returning ticket prices: $49 - $109 West Palm Beach flights to and from New Haven, Connecticut Flights from PBIA to New Haven, Connecticut are scheduled on Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays. Returning flights, Mondays and Fridays. Departing ticket prices: $58 - $305 Returning ticket prices: $58 - $101 West Palm Beach flights to and from Hartford, Connecticut Flights from PBIA to Hartford, Connecticut are scheduled on Thursdays and Sundays. Returning flights are Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays. Departing ticket prices: $59 - $347 Returning ticket prices: $59 - $342 West Palm Beach flights to and from Norfolk, Virginia Flights from PBIA to and from Norfolk, Virginia are scheduled on Thursdays and Sundays. Departing ticket prices: $59 - $139 Returning ticket prices: $54 - $129 West Palm Beach flights to and from Providence, Rhode Island Flights from PBIA to and from Providence, Rhode Island, are scheduled on Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays. Departing ticket prices: $59 - $412 Returning ticket prices: $88 - $452 West Palm Beach flights to and from the Raleigh/Durham area in North Carolina Flights from PBIA to and from Raleigh/Durham, North Carolina, are scheduled on Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays. Departing ticket prices: $59 - $199 Returning ticket prices: $49 - $169 West Palm Beach flights to and from White Plains, New York Flights from PBIA to and from White Plains, New York, are scheduled Mondays and Fridays. Returning flights are Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays. Departing ticket prices: $85 - $230 Returning ticket prices: $128 - $425 West Palm Beach flights to and from Long Island/Islip, New York Flights from PBIA to Long Island/Islip, New York, are scheduled on Thursdays and Sundays. Returning flights, Mondays and Fridays. Departing ticket prices: $121 - $311 Returning ticket prices: $85 - $202 Pet carriers count as your personal item and must fit under the seat directly in front of you. For more information on traveling with pets, visit Passengers are allowed one personal item such as a purse, laptop bag or small backpack, on board for no charge. Carry-on bags must weigh no more than 35 pounds and have the maximum dimensions of 22 x 14 x 9 inches to fit in the overhead bin. One free carry-on is allowed for passengers purchasing the cheapest fares. One checked bag is included in the 'Nicer' and 'Nicest' bundles, the two priciest fares Breeze Airways offers. Bags must weigh no more than 50 pounds and be within 62 inches in length, width and height, or will be considered overweight or oversized for an additional charge. Chris Persaud covers transportation in Palm Beach County for The Palm Beach Post. Email news tips and ideas to cpersaud@ This article originally appeared on Palm Beach Post: Breeze Airways flights out of PBIA as low as $59 for July 2025
USA Today
18-06-2025
- Politics
- USA Today
Netanyahu echoes Zelenskyy claim. Trump silent, doesn't remind him who 'holds cards.'
Netanyahu echoes Zelenskyy claim. Trump silent, doesn't remind him who 'holds cards.' A similar statement by Ukraine's president, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, deepened a tense and caustic Oval Office confrontation with Trump and Vice President JD Vance in February. Show Caption Hide Caption President Donald Trump arrives at PBIA President Donald Trump arrives at PBIA Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu told ABC News that the U.S. could be a future target of Iran. Netanyahu's statement echoes a similar remark by Ukrainian President Zelenskyy, which drew a sharp rebuke from Trump in February. Trump criticized French President Macron, news media, and Tucker Carlson on social media but hasn't addressed Netanyahu's comments. Trump denied initiating peace talks with Iran and reiterated his stance on Iran's nuclear capabilities. As hostilities continue between Iran and Israel, President Donald Trump threatened Iran's top leader, took French counterpart Emmanuel Macron to task, as well as "kooky" Tucker Carlson, and lashed out at news media reports. But Trump looked past a statement by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that echoed comments that sparked public friction between himself and Ukraine's leader almost four months ago. The president, in a series of social media posts on June 17, seethed at Macron in calling the French president "publicity seeking." Trump resented that Macron "mistakenly" said he left the G7 summit early to seek a ceasefire between Iran and Israel. "Wrong! He has no idea why I am now on my way to Washington, but it certainly has nothing to do with a Cease Fire," Trump stated. He also blasted news reports that the White House has reached out to Iran. Trump calls Tucker Carlson 'kooky,' says Iran leader 'easy target' "I have not reached out to Iran for 'Peace Talks' in any way, shape, or form.," he wrote. "This is just more HIGHLY FABRICATED, FAKE NEWS!" He also tore into far-right commentator, a longtime Trump supporter who used to have a Fox News show, asking that "somebody please explain to kooky Tucker Carlson that, IRAN CAN NOT HAVE A NUCLEAR WEAPON!" As for Iran,Trump also posted that leaders Tehran "should have signed the 'deal' I told them to sign." Trump also seemed to threaten Iranian leader Ali Khamenei writing on social media that he is "an easy target" and that "we know exactly where he is hiding." Trump added: "We are not going to take him out (kill!), at least for now." But the president later posted a demand that Iran unconditionally surrender. Bibi echoes Zelenskyy comment that set off Trump in Oval Office In an interview with ABC News, the Israeli leader said the U.S. homeland could be next on Tehran's targets and criticized those on the political far-right though he was appreciative of Trump's support. "Today, it's Tel Aviv. Tomorrow, it's New York," Netanyahu told the network's interviewer, Jonathan Karl. "Look, I understand 'America First'. I don't understand 'America Dead'. That's what these people want. They chant 'Death to America.' So we're doing something that is in the service of mankind, of humanity, and it's a battle of good against evil. America does, should, and does stand with the good. That's what President Trump is doing, And I deeply appreciate his support." Curiously, a similar statement by Ukraine's president, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, deepened a tense and caustic Oval Office confrontation with Trump and Vice President JD Vance in February. "You have nice ocean and don't feel [the impact of the war] now, but you will feel it in the future," the Ukrainian leader said. Trump immediately took offense. "You don't know that," the president said indignantly. "Don't tell us what we're going to feel. We're trying to solve a problem. Don't tell us what we're going to feel." He then angrily added: You're in no position to dictate what we're going to feel. We're going to feel very good and very strong. You right now are not in a very good position. You've allowed yourself to be in a very bad position. You don't have the cards right now. With us, you start having the cards." Trump has not commented on Netanyahu's claim that Israel is a line of defense for America against potential Iranian aggression. Antonio Fins is a politics and business editor at The Palm Beach Post, part of the USA TODAY Florida Network. You can reach him at afins@ Help support our journalism. Subscribe today.
Yahoo
30-01-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Flight from PBIA to DC delayed after deadly crash between jet and Army aircraft
An American Airlines flight Wednesday night from Palm Beach International Airport to the Washington, D.C., area landed safely about 30 minutes away at a different airport after an Army helicopter and another American Airlines flight collided. No fatalities or injuries were reported on American Airlines Flight 2297 from PBIA. That flight left Palm Beach County at 6:37 p.m. on Wednesday, scheduled to land at 8:59 p.m. at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport near Washington, D.C. American Airlines Flight 5342 left Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport in Kansas at 5:22 p.m. local time on Wednesday, headed to Reagan National. As the jet flew over the Potomac River separating Virginia and Washington D.C. before 9 p.m., it crashed into an Army helicopter and plummeted into the water. Officials believe everyone on board was killed. Flight 2297 from PBIA was headed north about 9:07 p.m. up the Potomac to Reagan National when air traffic control had it diverted away from the airport. The flight circled the area for about 20 minutes before flying northwest to Dulles International Airport, landing at 9:29 p.m., flight path data from airplane tracking website FlightAware shows. If you were aboard Flight 2297 and witnessed the midair crash, please contact The Palm Beach Post at breakingnews@ This article originally appeared on Palm Beach Post: PBIA-DC flight diverted after crash between jet and Army aircraft
