Why AGI Humanoids Are a Bigger Economic Risk Than Human Cloning
In the late 1990s, the world panicked over cloning after Dolly the sheep was created at the Roslin Institute. Governments moved fast. Human cloning was restricted almost everywhere. But from a world commerce perspective, human cloning was never the real systemic threat. Humanoids with Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) can probably pose this threat. Let’s understand […]
Are You an Incubated Founder Struggling to Ship Your First AI‑Powered MVP?
Launching a simple, early version of your Minimum Viable Product (MVP) can feel daunting if you’re not a technical founder. But with today’s plug‑and‑play AI services and a clear plan, you can validate your idea without writing complex code. Here’s how to get your AI‑driven MVP live, even if you’re not a tech expert. 1. […]
Building the Next Generation of Profitable Indicorns
As of January 15, 2025, India boasts over 159,000 DPIIT-recognized startups, making it the third-largest ecosystem in the world. Yet only about 10–12% of these ventures benefit from incubation support, and a mere 2–3% go on to secure VC funding (after angel or grant rounds). This leaves a vast middle tier of companies that could […]
How Data Engineering and AI Can Solve Key Operational Challenges in Electric Vehicles (EVs)
Electric Vehicles (EVs) are no longer just about cleaner mobility, they are becoming software-defined platforms. As their adoption grows, so do their operational complexities. Range anxiety, inefficient charging, unpredictable battery life, and fragmented mobility services remain pressing issues. Data engineering and AI hold the key to solving many of these operational challenges by transforming raw […]
Two Founders discussing AI Strategy
The Coffee Chat That Changed Ray’s New Startup Trajectory (imaginary characters, real pain). A few weeks ago, Ray met up with his friend Jessica – another founder who’s been in the trenches for a while. Over coffee, Ray vented about how his latest product launch was delayed… again. “Same old story,” Ray sighed. “Developers say […]
Is Your School Being Left Behind? Unlock Future-Ready Learning with Vendor-Neutral Tech & Pedagogy
Parents often face a complex decision‐making process when choosing a private school for their child. Beyond board exam results and infrastructure, they weigh factors that influence both academic success and holistic development. This article explores the parameters parents consider and what an ideal school could offer, examines how current institutions measure up, and highlights the […]
How Can an AI Agent Seamlessly Handle UPI Payments in India?
Enjoy simplified conversational style basics on agentic payments which is really a complex topic. Ofcourse the detailed implementation require much more deep dive and analysis of the use case. Founder: Hey Ashutosh, I’ve been reading about AI agents that can pay for things automatically. I’m excited about using one in my fintech startup to handle […]
Why School should have a (part time) Fractional CTO (chief technology officer)?
Read the following story, all characters are imaginary but problems are real Scene – The Staff Room, Monday Afternoon at Private School in Noida Characters:Ms. Aditi Sharma – Middle school science teacherMrs. Verma – School PrincipalMrs. Malhotra – Parent of Class 7 student, also on the school advisory board Ms. Sharma (sipping chai, looking a […]
Technical Product Manager for Data+AI
AI products succeed when someone connects data and algorithms to domain knowledge and processes. A Technical Product Manager for Data & AI defines and executes the product roadmap, prioritizing initiatives that drive business outcomes. They bridge technical teams and stakeholders to keep innovation aligned with ROI.– Define and execute the product roadmap tied to clear […]
How aware are you as a School of Digital Personal Data Protection bill?
India’s Draft Digital Personal Data Protection Rules, 2025 build on the DPDP Act, 2023 to bring every digitally savvy school, college, or training centre under the “data fiduciary” umbrella, complete with detailed duties on notice, consent, security, breach response, and data-principal rights. At the same time, the Draft Rules carve out sensible relaxations for core […]