DavosBrainstorm2024: Amandeep Gill Discusses AI Opportunities In India & Hails Data Protection Bill

At #DavosBrainstorm2024, Siddharth Zarabi, Managing Editor of Business Today TV, in an exclusive conversation with Amandeep Singh Gill, the United Nations Secretary-General’s Envoy on Technology. They discussed the potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in India and the country's policy protection from AI. Gill emphasized India's strong AI talent pool and robust digital infrastructure, including Aadhar and UPI payments, noting the rapid increase in data flow and trust in digital platforms. He highlighted how AI could enhance governance, healthcare, and agricultural and food security, especially in addressing climate change impacts on farmers. Gill also praised India's recent Data Protection Bill and underscored the need for centers to test AI services for safety and societal impact. Here’s an excerpt from that exclusive conversation.