VEON's AI Leap: Local Models Drive Profit in Frontier Markets
VEON, a digital services company, is leveraging localized AI models to boost growth in emerging economies like Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Ukraine. CEO Kaan Terzioglu emphasizes "Sovereign AI" as a non-negotiable strategy, filling a void left by global hyperscalers in catering to local languages and cultural contexts. This approach has led to significant digital revenue growth and expanded user engagement, positioning VEON as a leading AI-driven operator.
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