Join Leslie D'Monte and Shouvik Das on the latest episode of Mint Techcetra, where they discuss about big changes in India's telecom industry. With Reliance Jio, Airtel, and Vodafo ... Read more
Join Leslie D'Monte and Shouvik Das on the latest episode of Mint Techcetra, where they discuss about big changes in India's telecom industry. With Reliance Jio, Airtel, and Vodafone raising their prices by up to 27%, they figure out what this means for everyday users and the market as a whole. Can AI avatars or Deadbots of our loved ones help us cope with loss? SenseTime Group founder Tang Xiao’ou made it happen, highlighting the comfort these digital recreations may provide and the ethical concerns they raise. Our host also talks about the current state of the smartphone market, discussing why smartphones seem less exciting these days, with innovation slowing and most people replacing their phones every two to three years. They consider whether upcoming technologies like spatial computing, which seem to be a decade away, might replace them. The episode concludes on both a wondrous and melancholic note, sharing the story of astronaut Sunita Williams, who is currently stuck on the International Space Station due to a fault in the Boeing Starliner. They reflect on the incredible resilience and strength needed to handle being stranded in space. Read more
Mankind’s born on earth, but it was never meant to die here.”- This quote from the epic movie Interstellar by Christopher Nolan makes us curious to explore what’s beyond what we ca ... Read more
Mankind’s born on earth, but it was never meant to die here.”- This quote from the epic movie Interstellar by Christopher Nolan makes us curious to explore what’s beyond what we can’t see i.e. the Space Economy which is being talked about in this podcast by our hosts Shouvik Das and Leslie D’Monte. They delve into the world of space startups, and if you are someone who are looking to explore the unknown this might be the right place to be with discussions about Space X, Skyroot Aerospace which has the highest funding of 95 million in India to a comparison with the US space economy. And do you know that Nokia is bringing back its tiny 2.4-inch 3210 phone, which has a feature of making contactless payments and even watch YouTube videos? Brings back the nostalgia, right? Tune in to get a sneak peek on Apple Intelligence that is making the headlines for its Generative AI, i.e. the 3 billion parameter AI model that is going to run locally on iPhone, iPad and Macs and that too without compromising the user privacy. Read more
In today's episode, our hosts Leslie D'monte and Shouvik Das began by discussing recent layoffs in a well-funded company, drawing parallels with challenges faced by the health tech ... Read more
In today's episode, our hosts Leslie D'monte and Shouvik Das began by discussing recent layoffs in a well-funded company, drawing parallels with challenges faced by the health tech, EdTech, and FinTech sectors. They highlighted the convenience of health tech services like online medicine delivery and virtual doctor consultations. The potential of digital twins in medical research and advancements in wearable technology were also discussed. Concerns were raised about data accuracy and potential misuse by insurance companies, stressing the need for the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act to come into action. Despite challenges, they expressed optimism about healthcare technology's future, particularly in rural areas. With the approaching Doctors' Day, our host Leslie not only talked about tech and health but also shared his sweet memory of how family doctors, without today's extensive data and technology, used to know and remember their patients personally. They not only cured diseases but also provided care beyond just physical ailments, creating a deep, personal bond that today's generation might miss out on. The conversation wrapped up with a note on how remote surgeries and doctor consultations could improve healthcare in rural areas. Read more
In this episode, we delve into the impact of India's newly formed government on its technology policies. We analyze how continuity in governance affects initiatives like AI, quantu ... Read more
In this episode, we delve into the impact of India's newly formed government on its technology policies. We analyze how continuity in governance affects initiatives like AI, quantum computing, and digital privacy laws. Additionally, we examine Apple's advancements in AI technology and their commitment to user privacy. Join us as we discuss these developments and their implications for innovation and global standards in the tech industry Read more
In the latest episode of Mint Techcetra podcasr, host Deepti Ahuja sits down with Pulkit Trivedi, Managing Director, India, Snap Inc., to explore the transformative world of Augmen ... Read more
In the latest episode of Mint Techcetra podcasr, host Deepti Ahuja sits down with Pulkit Trivedi, Managing Director, India, Snap Inc., to explore the transformative world of Augmented Reality (AR). Pulkit shares his extensive expertise on how Snapchat is not just a platform for playful lenses but a pioneering force in blending digital and physical realities. They discuss the unique ways India's youth uses Snapchat to create authentic content, the collaboration between Snap and developers to expand the AR ecosystem, and the strategic approaches driving the platform’s growth and monetization in India. Pulkit also delves into Snapchat’s commitment to user safety and privacy, painting an exciting picture of the future where AR is set to revolutionize digital media and communication. Tune in for an insightful conversation on how Snapchat is shaping the future of tech Read more
Hear about the recent AI lawsuit by Scarlett Johansson and the whole deepfake drama. Can you really trust what you see or hear online anymore? Join our hosts Leslie D'Monte and Sh ... Read more
Hear about the recent AI lawsuit by Scarlett Johansson and the whole deepfake drama. Can you really trust what you see or hear online anymore? Join our hosts Leslie D'Monte and Shouvik Das as they unpack some hot tech topics! Is AI voice cloning a boon or a bane? What impact does it have in our lives? Finally, to wrap things up, Know about the latest news on the Google Pixel phone, the Google Pixel 8 A budget phone with Google Tensor G3 chipset and fast refresh rate display, and review about some well-talked smartphones. What new features have been cooking up? how is a smartphone different from a gaming phone? Curious? Tune in and find out! Read more
Join our hosts Leslie D’Monte and Shouvik Das as they decode exclusive coverage from Google I/O and Microsoft Build 2024! Hear about revolutionary Generative Image Recognition, th ... Read more
Join our hosts Leslie D’Monte and Shouvik Das as they decode exclusive coverage from Google I/O and Microsoft Build 2024! Hear about revolutionary Generative Image Recognition, the disruptive Project Starline’s holographic displays, and why Microsoft is changing computing with Co-pilot PCs, integrating CPUs, GPUs, and NPUs for unmatched AI performance. Explore the next wave of Gen AI smartphones and edge computing, plus, get the inside scoop on Apple’s latest innovations and Nvidia’s powerful Blackwell GPU architecture. Read more
Join hosts Shouvik and Leslie as they unpack the latest in the tech world on this episode of Mint Techcetra! Shouvik, present at Google's I/O event in San Francisco, brings firsth ... Read more
Join hosts Shouvik and Leslie as they unpack the latest in the tech world on this episode of Mint Techcetra! Shouvik, present at Google's I/O event in San Francisco, brings firsthand insights into the unveiling of Gemini and AI's dominance this year. Explore how these innovations are reshaping the tech landscape and stealing the spotlight from competitors like never before. Meanwhile, Leslie delves into Sam Altman's surprising move, denying ChatGPT Search rumours and unveiling the game-changing ChatGPT-4o (Omni). Gain insights into the evolving landscape of advertising as Google's products undergo significant transformations. From consumer behaviour shifts to emerging technologies, explore the future of digital marketing in this dynamic environment. Tune in for a riveting episode packed with insights and discussions on the forefront of tech trends! Read more
Join hosts Shouvik and Leslie as they unpack the latest that can be expected from this Consumer Tech season! From Apple's M4 chip unveiling to Microsoft's AI initiatives, delve int ... Read more
Join hosts Shouvik and Leslie as they unpack the latest that can be expected from this Consumer Tech season! From Apple's M4 chip unveiling to Microsoft's AI initiatives, delve into the buzz around local AI implementation and edge computing. Explore the cost of Generative AI and how Microsoft's AI announcements regarding MAI1, Azure AI and advancements - might steal Google's thunder right before the Google I/O Summit. Plus, gain insights on OpenAI's ChatGPT search engine and will this trend lead to Google facing a Yahoo-like demise. Discover the cosmic showdown between NASA's Artemis 2, ISRO's Gaganyaan and SpaceX's Starship. Dive into the future of manned space missions, geopolitics, and astronaut fashion! Read more
Join host Deepti Ahuja on this special episode sponsored by IBM as she delves into the evolving landscape of cybersecurity in India with Dr. Monisha Oberoi, Partner and Director, A ... Read more
Join host Deepti Ahuja on this special episode sponsored by IBM as she delves into the evolving landscape of cybersecurity in India with Dr. Monisha Oberoi, Partner and Director, Asia Pacific Cybersecurity Sales Lead, IBM Consulting. With over 25 years of experience in cybersecurity, Dr. Oberoi sheds light on the impact of AI and GenAI on the threat landscape, the benefits they offer to enterprises, how IBM enables AI-powered enterprise security, and the significance of Responsible AI adoption among crucial recommendations for businesses navigating their digital transformation journeys. Tune in for expert insights. Read more
