From Searching to Generating: My Journey with Generative AI in Investing

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October

2024

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A while ago, inspired by the podcast “Jong Beleggen” (Young Investing), I began my journey into the world of investing. Initially, I relied on AI primarily to quickly find information on stocks and ETFs, using tools to filter through data and get fast insights on specific industries and markets. This was a huge time-saver compared to manual research, allowing me to analyze trends and key financial data more efficiently. However, I soon realized that generative AI could take my investment strategy to a new level by not just retrieving information but generating actionable insights.

Generative AI tools offer much more than search functions, they can synthesize vast amounts of data and generate tailored reports that help me make more informed decisions. For instance, I now use Generative AI to create concise summaries of market reports or even generate potential investment strategies based on historical data. These tools process vast quantities of information and highlight key takeaways, enabling me to focus on strategic decision-making rather than spending hours analyzing financial statements. One of the most valuable aspects of Generative AI is its ability to project hypothetical scenarios based on specific variables I input. Whether I am looking to compare ETFs in renewable energy under different economic conditions or generate new investment ideas by cross-analyzing trends across industries, these tools help me visualize potential outcomes. This added layer of insight has helped me uncover opportunities I might have otherwise missed.

While I use Generative AI more and more, I would not say I rely on it entirely. Whenever AI presents something promising, I always double-check the information before making any purchases. I see AI as a valuable assistant for quick data processing and generation of ideas, but final decisions always involve additional research and verification.

Looking forward, I am excited and curious about the potential of these tools to incorporate real-time data and more accurate predictive models. With further development, I believe Generative AI could offer even more precise, personalized insights to help investors adapt to market shifts in real-time.

Overall, transitioning from basic AI for searches to incorporating generative AI for deeper analysis has transformed my investment strategy. These tools have not only saved me time but also allowed me to think more strategically, turning data into actionable insights that drive smarter investment decisions.

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Wales Enters the Metaverse: A New Frontier for Tourism and Digital Strategy

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September

2024

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In 2014, Denmark made headlines when its government let the entire country be recreated in Minecraft for educational purposes, aiming to help students understand Denmark’s landscape and geography in an interactive and engaging way (BBC News, 2014). This pioneering project set a precedent for how virtual worlds could be used for educational and cultural exploration. Now, Wales has taken this concept further by entering the metaverse and becoming the first European nation to launch a dedicated tourism initiative within a virtual realm (Welsh Government services and information, 2024).

The Welsh metaverse, hosted on Spatial, offers virtual visitors an immersive experience of the country’s landmarks and cultural treasures without ever setting foot in Wales. The platform showcases iconic sites, such as castles and cable cars, while allowing users to complete mini quests like discovering hidden dragons. As part of a strategic effort led by Visit Wales and iCreate, the initiative aims to inspire real-world tourism by offering a digital taste of the nation that is accessible from anywhere.

The metaverse and other emerging technologies like AR, VR, and NFTs offer organizations innovative ways to reach global audiences and create value​. As noted by Shi et al. (2022), the metaverse overcomes geographic and temporal limitations, allowing organizations to transcend the boundaries of physical interaction​. Wales is reshaping the traditional tourism models and opening new opportunities for global engagement, by bridging physical and virtual spaces.

While the virtual platform promises global exposure, I think the challenge for Wales lies in converting the virtual engagement into real-world tourism. However, by being an early adopter of the metaverse for tourism, Wales positions itself as an innovator in the digital space. This move could serve as a model for other regions looking to blend cultural promotion with technological advancement. Do you think this virtual experience in the metaverse could actually inspire global tourists to visit Wales in person, or will it remain more of a digital curiosity?

References:

BBC News. (2014, April 25). Minecraft: All of Denmark virtually recreated. https://www.bbc.com/news/technology-27155859

Shi, F., Ning, H., Zhang, X., Li, R., Tian, Q., Zhang, S., Zheng, Y., Guo, Y., & Daneshmand, M. (2023). A new technology perspective of the Metaverse: Its essence, framework and challenges. Digital Communications and Networks. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.dcan.2023.02.017

Welsh Government services and information. (2024, May 13). Croeso i Gymru! Wales becomes first UK nation to launch metaverse experience. GOV.WALES. https://www.gov.wales/croeso-i-gymru-wales-becomes-first-uk-nation-launch-metaverse-experience

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