“Budget 2026 presents a pivotal opportunity to bridge the gap between AI capability and AI adoption, especially in sectors like healthcare and financial services, where trust and compliance are non-negotiable. We’ve made solid progress on infrastructure with data centers and computers, but real outcomes will depend on how AI is deployed at the last mile.
What’s needed now is a clear framework, both fiscal and regulatory, that supports responsible adoption. That includes incentives for privacy-first communication tools, standardised consent frameworks, and audit-ready systems that regulated businesses can adopt without friction.
AI can transform patient care, financial inclusion, and service delivery, but only if it’s grounded in transparency and designed for real-world operational environments. This is the year to move beyond prototypes and pilots to fund solutions that are safe, scalable, and deeply aligned with the industries that matter most.”
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