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Trading Power: How AI is Reshaping Digital Economies | Dr. Nora Dihel at Dubai AI Festival

In this special episode of Below the Fold, recorded live at the Dubai AI Festival, we sit down with Dr. Nora Dihel, Senior Economist at the World Bank, to unpack how emerging technologies like AI can promote inclusive development—when done right. Dr. Dihel dives into the nuances of digital transformation in developing economies, the importance of human capital, and how we can ensure no one is left behind in the AI race. From Kenya to Bangladesh, she shares frontline insights that challenge assumptions and spotlight local innovations. In collaboration with @BelowTheFoldPodcast @DATEwithTECH @launchfoundryai @DubaiAIFestival @DubaiAICampus @TresconGlobal ⏱️ What You’ll Learn 00:00 – Dr. Dihel’s unexpected path from academic to World Bank economist 02:15 – What “inclusive AI” really means in development 05:20 – Lessons from local tech ecosystems in Africa and South Asia 08:30 – How AI can amplify—not replace—human capital 10:45 – The real infrastructure challenge behind digital transformation 13:00 – Ethics, access, and the gender gap in AI policymaking 15:20 – Why regional context matters more than shiny tech solutions 17:00 – Dr. Dihel’s advice for governments and global institutions 🎧 Also available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major audio platforms. Link in bio! 🌐 Learn more at: https://www.worldbank.org/en/topic/di...