Excessive exposure to screens and other environmental factors may impact our eyesight, making myopia more common. As per the WHO, the prevalence of myopia is expected to reach 3.3 billion across the world by 2030. That’s huge! To understand more about Myopia, the factors driving this, and the preventive measures, today we have Dr. Mahipal Sachdev, Chairman and Medical Director, Centre for Sight. Tune in for more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Feb 01, 2024•25 min•Ep. 197
Is the new Rabbit R1 truly the future of smartphone devices? What is an AI phone in the context of Samsung S24 Ultra? How does Gen AI impact smartphones? What are some of user privacy and security concerns? Can phone makers charge more for AI phones? How will AI built-in devices change the consumer electronics market? And what did Indian mobile operating systems designers, like Karthik Ayyar of BharOS, said about the new AI models built-in on consumer devices and privacy issues at the India Scie...
Jan 25, 2024•35 min•Ep. 195
For 130 years, Philips has been an essential part of our lives. Its main focus has been on improving consumer lives. It does so, not just through its resolve to be growth-oriented but also by investing heavily in the right kind of innovation, relevant to its consumers. Stepping into the New Year, the consumer goods giant - Versuni, unveiled a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Gujarat, India, promising over 1000 new jobs and a wave of cutting-edge products. To talk about the company's gl...
Jan 22, 2024•25 min•Ep. 193
For years, the Consumer Electronics Show has been the one-stop shop for all things cool when it comes to gadgets. But has it lost its luster? Why aren't people, the media, and tech experts talking about it as much as they used to? Join hosts, Shouvik, Leslie and Deepti, as they talk about the top technologies and gadgets at CES this year. Listen to them meander and interrupt each other as they discuss the industrial metaverse, specifically - Digital Twins, Software-developed Automation, Data and...
Jan 12, 2024•47 min•Ep. 192
In this exclusive episode of Mint Techcetra, we have Dr. Prashanth Subramaniam, Head of Medical Affairs at Abbott Diabetes Care for South Asia, Korea, and Taiwan, along with Dr. Abhijit Bhograj, a Consultant Endocrinologist at A-Health Wellness. Together they will delve into the growing diabetes challenge and share some valuable insights on effective management care. Join our host, Deepti Ahuja to know how this digital revolution is helping people with diabetes. Tune in for more. Learn more abou...
Dec 29, 2023•26 min•Ep. 191
In October, Rick Osterloh, Google’s hardware chief, made a surprise appearance at the Google for India event. The crux of his visit—going forward, Google’s Pixel phones will be made in India. The announcement came as a bit of a surprise—Pixel phones aren’t exactly the highest selling smartphones in the world. Why, then, is the internet services giant bringing its manufacturing efforts here? Join Mint’s Shouvik Das as he decodes this rather surprising decision from Google. Learn more about your a...
Nov 30, 2023•13 min•Ep. 190
Jaspreet Bindra has for long donned a corporate cap. Now, as a consultant, Bindra — who goes as the tech ‘whisperer’ — dons a surprisingly evocative persona. I key takeaway from this rather intriguing conversation comes from Bindra’s rather interesting take on the modern definition of work — and inevitably, the role of AI in all of our lives. Mint’s Shouvik Das joins Bindra in a prolific conversation on being a student at the end of career, on generative AI’s greater purpose, and if he thinks th...
Nov 21, 2023•33 min•Ep. 189
In today's dynamic digital era, the need for rapid innovation is beyond doubt. On the special episode of Mint Techectra, we are joined by Varun Gowsami, Head of Product Management at Newgen Software Technologies Ltd. to discuss the new trends and technologies that are shaping the fintech industry. Dive into the heart of the Fintech revolution with Newgen's Low Code Platform, NewgenONE, and Gen AI. Tune in for more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Nov 16, 2023•16 min•Ep. 186
Earlier this month, Apple sent out a notification to select users, telling them that they could be subject to state-sponsored cyber attacks. The Centre was quick to respond to it, calling them “vague”, even as opposition voices grew. Apple, by itself, has since warned that such notifications aren’t conclusive—but concerns of cyber espionage can’t be taken lightly. What, really, is the conflict? Join Mint’s Shouvik Das as we break down the issue. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone....
Nov 09, 2023•12 min•Ep. 188
Jaya Jagadish is at the helm of one of the world’s most recognisable chip companies in India — AMD. With an increasing focus on chip design and development in India, companies like AMD are expanding their India presence even further. But, it’s not all corporate austerity for Jagadish, who remains an engineer at heart. Join Mint’s Shouvik Das in conversation with Jagadish in a freewheeling chat, on Techcetra. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Nov 01, 2023•34 min•Ep. 187
Welcome to this special episode of Mint Techcetra. Today, we are in conversation with Sandip Patel, the Managing Director for IBM India and South Asia, to discuss the profound impact of Artificial Intelligence on our lives, work, and interactions. Our host, Deepti Ahuja, will engage in an enlightening conversation with the guest, exploring how AI is revolutionizing the way organizations function, innovate, and deliver value. Towards the end of our discussion, we will delve into IBM's watsonX pla...
Oct 26, 2023•28 min•Ep. 185
Muralikrishnan B, the president of Xiaomi India, still wears a good old chronograph. But, that’s not because he doesn’t believe in smartwatches — in fact, he believes that there’s plenty of room for innovation in this product category, which in turn can differentiate the design. That holds true for smartphones too, says Murali, as he’s commonly addressed by his peers. Join him for a conversation with Mint’s Shouvik Das, where he elaborates on driving innovation through business use cases, and ho...
Oct 19, 2023•29 min•Ep. 184
They’ve built a virtual replica of a human heart for research using virtual twin technology, and they’ve also built factories, electric vehicles and more. At Dassault Systemés 3DEXPERIENCE Forum, we got to hear from some of the company’s customers, along with Bernard Charles, the CEO of Dassault Systemés, Florence Verzelen, Executive Vice President of Industry, Marketing & Sustainability, and Morgan Zimmerman, CEO of Netvibes at Dassault Systemés, who explained how the technology will help u...
Oct 12, 2023•27 min•Ep. 183
India's G20 presidency, while being a largely political affair, involved technology at essentially every step. But, while sustainability and climate action are obvious areas, a key piece to the diplomatic tech jigsaw lies in India offering digital public infrastructure for the rest of the world to use. Many are referring to this as India's "soft power" in the future world. Why is this so, and can it really be likened to the kind of geopolitical leverage that the US holds thanks to its chip desig...
Oct 06, 2023•14 min•Ep. 182
As with most new technologies, India has a contribution not only for their proliferation, but also for the research that goes into them. On the one hand, they’re being researched in India, but on the other, they’re being used at the very grassroots levels, in schools and colleges here. Sudarshan Mogasale, CEO of Dassault Systémes Solutions Lab in India has a direct view into the role India played in the development of this technology, and why it’s important for firms to use it. Hemant Gadgil, Ex...
Oct 04, 2023•30 min•Ep. 181
Did you know they use virtual twins for urban planning in the city of Jaipur? There’s no ‘undo’ in the real world. In this episode, Ravikiran Pothukuchi: Manufacturing and New Domains Sales Director, Dassault Systèmes, India and Shree Harsha, Worldwide Business Services Sales Strategy Director,Dassault Systèmes discuss how virtual twins are allowing governments, large companies and startups to simulate everything from oil and gas plants to entire cities, and run ‘what if’ scenarios before a bric...
Sep 28, 2023•37 min•Ep. 180
The Indian Fintech industry is estimated to be at US$ 150 billion by 2025. Due to the rising per capita income, introduction of new products, innovation in technology, increase in financial literacy, etc., India has the 3rd largest FinTech ecosystem globally. But, this sector comes with its own set of challenges. What are these challenges and how can they be tackled to progress this sector? This is what Mr. Ritesh Varma, Head of Business Solutions Group, Newgen Software and Mr. Sunil Pandita, He...
Sep 25, 2023•33 min•Ep. 179
Since the pandemic, a technology called digital twin started doing the rounds in tech circles. But digital twins are only the beginning, and companies today are depending on something called Virtual Twins, designed by Dassault Systèmes. The company's 3DEXPERIENCE platform offers customers the chance to model anything from a human heart to entire factories that will build next generation vehicles. But what exactly are these virtual twins, and why is everyone suddenly interested in them? Is it eve...
Sep 21, 2023•41 min•Ep. 178
The Apple iPhone is a landmark consumer gadget for various reasons — including setting up the smartphone industry the way we know it today. Over time, India has also emerged as an important market for Apple, which is set to close in on shipping nearly 1 crore phones to the country for the very first time. Tim Cook keeps highlighting record revenues from here — yet, the new iPhone 15 Pro is a whopping ₹50,000 more expensive to buy in India, than in America. Why this massive disparity, and can App...
Sep 21, 2023•14 min•Ep. 177
Sales of new smartphones have been declining for the past four quarters. On the other hand, sales of refurbished, or second-hand phones, have been rising for the past couple of years. This is reaching greater heights right now — companies such as Cashify have begun offering discounts, financing options, and at-home deliveries; essentially, a buying experience that’s at par with new phones. What does this mean for the balance of the overall market, and are we maturing further as an electronics-cr...
Aug 31, 2023•14 min•Ep. 175
In this episode, we delve into Generative AI's transformative world with Akhilesh Ayer, EVP & Global Business Unit Head – WNS Triange, WNS’ AI, Analytics, Data & Research Business Unit. Discover Generative AI's evolution, challenges, and real-world success stories, and how it empowers businesses to scale and personalize solutions. Akhilesh also shares strategic insights, shedding light on data quality and the synergy of AI technologies. If you're curious about the promising future of AI,...
Aug 28, 2023•41 min•Ep. 176
On August 23, India became only the fourth nation ever to land on the moon. With this, India cemented its place as a global powerhouse in the world’s space race. The success erases Chandrayaan-2’s landing failure, highlighted further by Russia failing to land its own module just ahead of our feat. But why is the history-setting landing at the lunar south pole so difficult—and important? We decode the nuances of what has been one of the greatest milestones in the history of our nation. Learn more...
Aug 24, 2023•14 min•Ep. 174
Discover the amazing possibilities of Gen AI as we are joined by Abhinav Kolhe, a Senior Director from Cognizant's Enterprise Automation Practice. Delve into its impact through insights: differentiate Large Language Models from regular ML, share real-life examples, unveil revolutionary applications, and guide integration. Uncover challenges, breakthroughs, budgeting, and actionable insights to harness Gen AI's transformative power. You are tuned in to the episode 7th of a special series brought ...
Aug 16, 2023•40 min•Ep. 173
The GST Council has spoken, and the much-debated 28% tax rate has come into effect. In light of this tax, one small startup has already shut shop. The crux — fantasy and real-money gaming startups will need to pay 28% of their revenue as tax, before a 30% TDS for gamers if they withdraw what they win. Under such a high tax slab, can India’s online gaming startups survive? We decode the impact. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Aug 07, 2023•15 min•Ep. 172
To shed some lights on the future of oncology, today we are joined by two acclaimed guests, Chaitanya Sarawate, President & CEO of GE HealthCare South Asia and MD, Wipro GE Healthcare; Manikandan Bala, SVP, TIMEA & APAC and MD, India & South Africa at Elekta. In this episode of GE HealthCare’s podcast series, we will explore the cutting-edge technologies and breakthroughs that are revolutionizing cancer treatment, while also delving into the hurdles and complexities associated with i...
Aug 02, 2023•29 min•Ep. 171
Reliance Jio, a leading telecom network for customers and businesses, has transformed data usage. With the Jio Bharat Phone (Jio Phone), they aim to expand their user base — taking on Airtel, while opening up a potential market again for inexpensive smartphones. But will it really succeed? Join us in this episode as Mint's Shouvik Das explores how this affordable but basic device can be Jio’s latest play to take on markets that it hasn’t conquered — yet. Tune in for an insightful exploration! Le...
Jul 28, 2023•12 min•Ep. 170
We finally have our first official new project under the India Semiconductor Mission, setting the ball rolling to capture a rising share of the global chip pie. This, however, will go down as a tricky juncture of time in history — Taiwan and China already control a majority of semiconductor-making, while the US and EU are rolling out massive incentives to woo in chipmakers. In such a geopolitical climate, can India’s own chip plans thrive? Or, is it too little, too late? We take you through the ...
Jul 20, 2023•15 min•Ep. 169
On the enthralling episode of Mint Techcetra, join us with Girish Raghavan, Vice President - Engineering at GE HealthCare. Learn about the incredible advancements in the MedTech sector and delve into the concept of Precision Care with expert insights in this episode of GE HealthCare’s podcast series. Tune in to discover more about this captivating conversation that explores the transformative potential of Digital Health. Be sure not to miss this episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit m...
Jul 19, 2023•31 min•Ep. 168
In this episode, we explore how AI is transforming customer experiences for healthcare, banking, and telecom sectors. Sundara Sukavanam, Chief Digital Officer at Firstsource Solutions, shares insights on how Firstsource is leveraging AI's role in creating delightful customer journeys. From personalized chatbots to ethical considerations, this podcast offers valuable industry knowledge. Join us to uncover the power of AI in boosting business growth and customer happiness. You are tuned in to the ...
Jul 19, 2023•44 min•Ep. 167
Step into the exciting world of automation with Harish Bharadwaj, Concentrix's Vice President of Service Delivery and Operations for India and UAE. Discover how businesses are revolutionizing customer engagement, leveraging chatbots and personalization, harnessing context, building seamless automation fabrics, and retaining employees. Get ready to navigate the future of work. You are tuned in to the 5th episode of a special series brought to you by nasscom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...
Jun 27, 2023•28 min•Ep. 166
