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<p>Ghana’s next phase of digital transformation will depend on more than connectivity. It will require the infrastructure, capabilities and strategic decisions needed to compete in an AI-driven global economy.In this episode of Building Bytes, we speak with Ibrahim Misto, Chief Digital Officer at MTN Ghana, about the foundations of Ghana’s AI economy and what it will take to translate technological progress into lasting economic value.From the evolution of telecommunications and the economics of data to AI adoption, digital trust and corporate-startup collaboration, we explore the opportunities and infrastructure gaps that will shape Ghana’s digital future. We also examine lessons from mobile money, the potential for African-built technology to achieve global relevance, and the priorities Ghana must address to build a competitive AI economy by 2030.ABOUT BUILDING BYTESBuilding Bytes is a technology, entrepreneurship and ecosystem-focused media platform by Insights Lab, exploring the people, companies and ideas shaping Ghana’s digital economy.Part of our Ghana Tech Rising series, this episode is brought to you by Insights Lab, with production support from Hubtel, and recorded at Hubtel Academy.Watch on MX24: Thursdays at 8 PM and Sundays at 7 PM.Hosts: Poga Kuofie and Caleb Lamptey.Subscribe for more conversations on technology, innovation and the future of Ghana’s digital economy.</p>