Think of a day when a machine and not a man will take crucial decisions! The meanderings of cutting-edge technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) make me believe so. Not a make-believe story, this. Technology is reaching the crest of innovation to make it sound and feel…

In December 2022, after India took the mantle of the G20 Presidency, I articulated in an opinion piece on how the forum can be a pivot to tech diplomacy. …

If you are an avid ChatGPT user (I assume many of you are), weren’t you fazed by recent news reports of the incredible chatbot going bankrupt by the end of 2024? OpenAI, the maker of ChatGPT is burning $700,000 (or Rs 5.8 crore) each day to keep the large language…

Imagine a world where Artificial Intelligence (AI) transforms not only industries but also empowers every citizen to shape the future of their community. — A recent initiative by Odisha, an eastern Indian state, is a commendable example of how making AI inclusive for all citizens can elevate people-centric governance. On May 30, 2023, Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik launched the ‘Odisha for AI’ and ‘AI for Youth’ initiatives, in collaboration with Intel India. …

“Taking care of yourself doesn’t mean me first, it means me too.” — L.R. Knost I have been a techpreneur for over 25 years. And I have realized it, felt it, thought of it, and discussed it. In the hustle of choc-a-bloc business meetings, in the passion for growth and…

In India’s burgeoning digital ecosystem, Aadhaar is more than a 12-digit credential. Beyond a valid proof of identity for every resident Indian, Aadhaar as a digital identifier has redrawn the contours of citizen-centric governance and deepened financial inclusion through last-mile connectivity. The massive push for Aadhaar has seen its usage…

I’m harking back to 2021. It was a time when the war for tech talent was getting fiercer and spreading to new fronts. The demand for skilled digital talent was rocketing. Technology, especially adoption of emerging technologies for digital transformation had turned Mission Critical for businesses across sectors. The CEO…

I’m unsure whether Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a ticking time bomb or an incredible machine capable of outsmarting humans and rendering us redundant in many roles. However, I’m concerned about the recent flurry of opinions on the risks and dangers associated with evolving AI, particularly large language models like ChatGPT4…

January 26 is a momentous day for us, steeped in history and transition. On this day, we enforced our Constitution and transitioned to a Republic in 1950. For every Indian, this isn’t just another day, but a sentiment embodying national pride and a spirit aligning a heterogeneous nation to a…