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Stan Shih Introduces the Wangdao Business Philosophy as a Modern Framework for Value Stewardship; Launches A-Dan - a Free GPT Business Advisor for Leaders Worldwide
Stan Shih, co-founder of the Acer Group, today announced his Wangdao Business Philosophy, a modern approach to enterprise decision-making anchored in business value stewardship. At the same time, Shih launched A-Dan, a GPT-powered business advisor designed to help leaders navigate trade-offs, protect trust, and translate principles into actionable next steps. A-Dan is available on the GPT Store from January 2026, free for users globally.
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