Lakshman Devarajan, Founder and CEO, Mad Monkey AI
“The goal should not be developing yet more technologies that induce addiction but developing technologies that provide true chances for success. It is only in India that there exists an exceptional chance of creating an environment wherein inclusion, collaboration, and participation can prevail over consumption. If implemented with proper planning, the potential of AI lies in connecting people despite issues of geography, linguistic disparities, and availability of information, allowing young people in India to acquire knowledge, gain skills, earn a living, and participate in the digital economy.”
Shreevar Narayan, Chief Technology Officer, Ecofy
“Responsible innovation is most powerful when it drives growth that is both sustainable and inclusive. In today’s world, technology has the potential to strengthen underwriting, improve risk assessment, and build more transparent financial ecosystems that can responsibly expand access at scale. At Ecofy, this belief continues to shape our approach towards enabling wider access to green and climate-positive financing solutions. The real success of innovation will lie in how effectively it combines growth, sustainability, and financial inclusion to create long-term impact.”