With generative AI poised to reshape industries, how can India’s IT sector keep up? In this episode, Rajesh Nambiar, President of NASSCOM, joins Govindraj Ethiraj to explore the transformative impact of AI on the traditional IT model. Reflecting on pivotal moments like Y2K and the importance of learnability, Nambiar discusses how the industry can pivot to seize new opportunities. What lessons from the past can guide India’s next tech revolution? And how can the country leverage its strengths in data and innovation to thrive in an AI-driven future? Tune in to uncover strategies for staying competitive in this watershed era.(00:00) Introduction to the Future of AI and Work(02:01) The Impact of AI on Job Creation and Replacement(06:01) The Importance of Skill Development in Emerging Technologies(09:16) Challenges and Opportunities for Deep Tech Startups(12:01) India’s Position in the Global Startup Ecosystem(16:31) The Semiconductor Ecosystem and India’s Role(25:18) Leveraging India’s Strengths for Semiconductor Growth(29:33) Startups and Leveraging Technology to Solve Real Problems(32:16) Advice for Young Engineers Entering the Workforce(34:20) The Evolution of IT and What’s Next for the Industry(37:23) Closing Remarks: The Future of Work and Technology

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