The Impact of Technology on Economy and Communication: A Conversation with Raquel de Sá, Chief Economist and Content Network Manager at Rico Investimentos
Introduction
In the ever-evolving universe of technology, artificial intelligence emerges as a transformative force, reaching various spheres of society, including the economy. We recently had the privilege of conversing with Raquel de Sá, Chief Economist at Rico Investimentos, who shared insightful perspectives on the intersection between artificial intelligence, economics, and the future of work.
The Revolution of Artificial Intelligence in the Economy
Raquel described her encounter with artificial intelligence, highlighting how automation is rapidly becoming a reality in the field of economics. She shared personal experiences, revealing how AI is shaping the way models are created and how she recognized the need for professionals to adapt to this new era.
"Soon, artificial intelligence will do everything for us. I started talking to other people and realized that the most valued work will be interpreting this data."
Shift in the Value of Work
The discussion evolved into the shift in the value of work. Raquel expressed the view that automation will not replace but alter the nature of human work. She emphasized the importance of skills complementary to technology, noting that machines cannot replicate the human capacity for contextualization and interpretation.
"People will have to increasingly know how to use this to their advantage. Artificial intelligence will not replace but bring about a significant change."
Revolution in Social Networks and the Popularity of ChatGPT
The conversation turned to the revolution in social networks, where Raquel mentioned the growing popularity of ChatGPT. She emphasized the importance of adapting to new forms of communication and how social networks have become an integral part of her work, enabling a closer connection with the audience.
"We are experiencing a fever of social networks. We have to take advantage of this proximity to create a real connection with the interlocutor."
Strategic Use of Technology in the Economy
Raquel shared practical examples of how Rico Investimentos incorporates quantitative analysis into creating investment portfolios. She highlighted the importance of combining quantitative models and human insights for more comprehensive and effective approaches.
"We have a statistical analyst who builds models, but the final decision still comes from human understanding, like contextualizing data to create an intelligent portfolio."
Reflections on the Ethical Use of Technology
The discussion concluded with reflections on the ethical use of technology. Raquel brought an ethical perspective, addressing concerns about intellectual property and possible dehumanization in the arts. She emphasized the importance of maintaining a balance between machine efficiency and human understanding.
"I still don't see something being done without human input. We need to use technology to our advantage but with responsibility."
Conclusion
The conversation with Raquel de Sá offered a comprehensive view of the impact of artificial intelligence on the economy and highlighted the need for intelligent adaptation. While the future brings changes, human connection, ethics, and adaptation to social networks emerge as fundamental pillars to face this ongoing revolution.
