In this episode of the Economist Intelligence podcast, three key topics are explored. First, we delve into why companies are slow to adopt generative AI, despite its popularity among individuals. The hurdles include high costs, legal uncertainties, and difficulties with integration. Next, we examine the British gin industry, which has enjoyed a boom since 2009 but now faces challenges from steep taxes and shifting consumer tastes. Finally, we discuss the political turmoil in France, where President Macron is on his third prime minister in just a year, grappling with a fragmented parliament and the growing influence of Marine Le Pen.
