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Why AI must be grounded, not hyped, to serve Europe's SMEs

· Source: euronews.com

In short

Alibaba.com's president argues that AI must deliver practical value rather than hype to serve European SMEs, focusing on solving real business challenges in global trade. The company's AI Mode, launching in December, uses agentic AI to help businesses find verified suppliers, check compliance standards, and calculate landed costs. This approach aims to empower small businesses by handling complex sourcing tasks, allowing them to focus on innovation and growth.

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Tags: sourcing, compliance, suppliers, automation, trade, verification

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