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Workforce unreadiness undermines global AI investments

Workforce unreadiness undermines global AI investments

Despite heavy spending, firms face talent gaps, cultural resistance, and stalled AI adoption.
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Why 1 in 5 think AI will replace human insurance agents

Over half were comfortable using AI with a human option available.

Why Asia-Pacific’s regulatory diversity makes it ideal for AI adoption

Highly regulated industries bring cloud on-premises to keep data secure for AI.

Oracle sees rising demand for AI agents in utilities and public sector

Within utilities, interest in AI is increasing across power and energy sectors.

Why commercial-grade AI is key to thriving in the AI-first era

Research shows 67% of agentic AI projects succeed when using commercial systems.

Oracle NetSuite’s Wiessinger urges balance in AI-driven cloud ERP adoption

He highlights how firms can avoid over-customisation and harness agentic AI for scalable growth.

Oracle NetSuite embeds AI to run core business workflows

It unveiled “NetSuite Next,” weaving AI into its cloud ERP for context-aware decisions.

Asia Pacific outpaces West in AI adoption

Youth, education, and cultural narratives fuel trust.

Which sectors will benefit the most from AI?

On the other hand, only 9% of occupations are considered at risk of displacement.

Insurers broaden AI use beyond underwriting in Q3 2025

The industry saw higher AI adoption rates in customer service.

Only 4% of insurers fully trust AI agents despite growing interest

42% of insurers have yet to develop a formal strategy for deploying AI agents.

Insurance companies risk missing $160b without AI scale

Those who successfully deploy AI invest about 30% more in AI capabilities than peers.

How Oracle embeds Gen AI across product offerings

AI adoption surges as tools reshape APAC industries.

SMEs adopt AI for smarter financial decisions

AI reshapes SME operations as cloud tools go mainstream.

4 in 5 insurers plan to increase AI investment over next year

36% of respondents are also prioritising efforts to build trust.

APAC insurers wary of geopolitical instability in next two years

Cyber threats, on the other hand, are a moderate to severe risk.

8 in 10 insurers plan to increase tech investment this year

36% of insurers prioritise AI and machine learning.