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At the Bengaluru Tech Summit 2024, Jay Gullish, Executive Director - Digital Policy at USIBC, spoke with NewsX about emerging opportunities for U.S. businesses in Karnataka and across India. From key investment sectors to evolving U.S.-India relations under different administrations, Jay discussed how policy changes and global supply chain shifts are creating new possibilities. He also addressed concerns around tariffs and trade impacts, emphasizing the potential for deeper collaboration between the two nations. Ambassador (ret.) Atul Keshap Ryan M. M. Rahul Sharma Jay Gullish Aditya K Kaushik Sameer Sharma Guduru (PhD) https://lnkd.in/eciDgSYZ

A productive #USIndia #iCET AI Roundtable in New Delhi, with Deputy Chief of Mission Jorgan Andrews, Minister Counsellor for Commercial Affairs at the U.S. Embassy, Jonathan Heimer, and Secretary S Krishnan, MeitY. Focus was on strengthening the U.S.-India partnership in developing and deploying responsible, ethical AI frameworks through collaborative efforts to advance innovation. #USIndiaFWD #EthicalAI #AI U.S. Commercial Service USCS India International Trade Administration Syeda Borchmeyer, Nikika Aggarwal, Suhail Ahmed, Naveen Rai

As part of the U.S.-India Initiative on Critical and Emerging Technologies (iCET), USIBC, in partnership with nasscom and the U.S. Commercial Service India, hosted a pivotal dialogue to advance collaboration on all aspects of AI between the two nations. The discussions centered on aligning U.S. and Indian AI industries, scaling AI adoption and capabilities, and driving innovation to foster shared prosperity. Chaired by distinguished leaders including DCM Jorgan Andrews, Minister Counselor for Commercial Affairs Jonathan Heimer, Secretary S Krishnan of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), and Rajnesh Kumar, COO of Digital India Corporation, the event underscored the shared commitment of the U.S. and India to fostering trust, innovation, and a resilient, inclusive, and forward-looking digital future powered by AI. Ambassador (ret.) Atul Keshap Ryan M. M. Rahul Sharma Jay Gullish Aditya K Kaushik Sidhanta Mehra Sameer Sharma Guduru (PhD) zulfia alam #USIndiaFWD #AIInnovation #iCET #TechnologyForGood #DigitalTransformation #USIBC

Our 2+2 discussion ?U.S. - India Commercial Space Working Group & Opportunities for Business & AI Applicability in Space Tech at the India-U.S. Tech Conclave dived into commercial space collaboration and the role of AI in space tech. As part of the India-U.S. Commercial Space Working Group, this session brought together government and industry experts to discuss innovations and business opportunities at the intersection of space and AI. Our speakers included: · Ms. Carey Arun, U.S. Consulate Chennai ·??Dr. Subramanyam Manchikanti, Department of Space, ISRO ·??Mr. Gautam Sharma, Viasat India ·??Mr. Keyur Gandhi, Dhruva Space Moderator: Mr. Abhishek Malhotra, TMT Law Practice Stay tuned for exciting insights from the India-U.S. Tech Conclave! Bengaluru Tech Summit, IT BT Department, Karnataka, Minister Priyank M Kharge, Dr. Ekroop Caur, Government of Karnataka, Ruchi Bindal, Ambassador (ret.) Atul Keshap, Ryan M. M., Rahul Sharma, Jay Gullish, Sandeep Maini, Aditya K Kaushik, Sameer Sharma Guduru (PhD), Dr. Brajesh Barse, Akanksha Pandey, zulfia alam, U.S. Chamber of Commerce #BTS2024 #BTSUnbound #BreakingBoundaries #BengaluruTechSummit

At the India-U.S. Tech Conclave, our second panel ‘AI applications in manufacturing, logistics and supply chain’ dived into how AI and emerging technologies are transforming manufacturing, logistics, and supply chain management. With the growing focus on optimizing logistics and sustainability, this session explored how the National Logistics Policy and Gati Shakti Mission can incorporate advanced tech to drive innovation and refine policies. Insights also covered digitalization in critical infrastructure and its impact on manufacturing supply chains. Our panel included: ·? Mr. Rajkiran Kanagala, Transport Corporation of India Limited ·? Mr. Roshan Varadarajan, Schneider Electric ·??Dr. Dr. Subramani Ramakrishnan, UPS Technology Center ·??Mr. Tushar Gandhi, Access Partnership Moderator: Mr. Akash Karmakar, Panag & Babu Stay tuned for more updates as we highlight how tech-driven strategies are shaping sustainable, efficient supply chains! ? Bengaluru Tech Summit, IT BT Department, Karnataka, Minister Priyank M Kharge, Dr. Ekroop Caur, Government of Karnataka, Ruchi Bindal, Ambassador (ret.) Atul Keshap, Ryan M. M., Rahul Sharma, Jay Gullish, Sandeep Maini, Aditya K Kaushik, Sameer Sharma Guduru (PhD), Dr. Brajesh Barse, Akanksha Pandey, zulfia alam, U.S. Chamber of Commerce #BTS2024 #BTSUnbound #BreakingBoundaries #BengaluruTechSummit

The Fireside Chat on AI in Agriculture and India-US Collaboration at #BTS2024?marked the unveiling of the groundbreaking white paper titled?"AI in Agriculture: Revolutionizing Farming through US-India Innovation."?This white paper showcased collaborative efforts aimed at improving crop yields, optimizing farming practices, and addressing critical global challenges like climate change and food security. During the session, the expert panel shared their insights on harnessing innovation and cross-border cooperation to seize opportunities, overcome challenges, and foster sustainable growth in agriculture.? ? Moderator:? Ashwin Merchant, Director, New Jersey India Centre Panelists: Mukul Varshney , Director, Corporate Affairs, PR, Media & Communications, John Deere? Anuja Kadian, Asia Pacific Government Affairs Director, Corteva Agriscience The discussion brought together diverse perspectives, creating a platform for dynamic dialogue on the future of agriculture through AI-powered innovation.? Stay tuned for more updates and key highlights from the Conclave! Bengaluru Tech Summit IT BT Department, Karnataka Minister Priyank M Kharge Dr. Ekroop Caur Government of Karnataka Ruchi Bindal Government of Karnataka Ambassador (ret.) Atul Keshap Ryan M. M. Rahul Sharma Jay Gullish Sandeep Maini Aditya K Kaushik Sameer Sharma Guduru (PhD) Dr. Brajesh Barse Akanksha Pandey zulfia alam U.S. Chamber of Commerce #BTS2024 #BTSUnbound #BreakingBoundaries #BengaluruTechSummit ?

As AI continues to reshape industries, it’s crucial to align academic research with workforce readiness and the rapidly changing business landscape. The panel ‘AI Education Cooperation and Skills for the Future’ brought together thought leaders to discuss how strategic collaborations can build the skills needed to thrive in an AI-driven world. Discussions focused on the importance of fostering academic-industry partnerships, reskilling the workforce, and creating ethical frameworks for inclusive and responsible AI development. Moderator: Raj Ramachandran, Partner, JSA Panelists: Sridevi Sarma, Vice Dean of Graduate Education at the Whiting School of Engineering, and Professor of Computational Medicine, John Hopkins University Vikas Sagar, Co-Founder, Kalido Aditi Jha, Director and Country Lead for Legal & Government Affairs, LinkedIn Rohit Mahajan, Director, Commercial Operations, Asia, Intuitive Shrivastava Anshumali, Associate Professor of Computer Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering, and Statistics, Rice University Swati Sharma, Lead - Ecosystem & APAC Go to Market, Accenture Lead LearnVantage Surya Prakash Mohapatra, General Manager and Head-Talent Transformation, Wipro Bengaluru Tech Summit IT BT Department, Karnataka Minister Priyank M Kharge Dr. Ekroop Caur Government of Karnataka Ruchi Bindal Ambassador (ret.) Atul Keshap Ryan M. M. Rahul Sharma Jay Gullish Sandeep Maini Aditya K Kaushik Sameer Sharma Guduru (PhD) Dr. Brajesh Barse Akanksha Pandey zulfia alam U.S. Chamber of Commerce #BTS2024 #BTSUnbound #BreakingBoundaries #BengaluruTechSummit

USIBC kicked off the India-U.S. Tech Conclave with our first panel, “Deepening U.S.-India Tech Cooperation.” This session explored India’s digital economy priorities, focusing on leveraging AI and advancing the GCC ecosystem. Panelists discussed emerging enterprise and consumer AI applications and examine policy approaches to optimize its impact. Our panelists included: · Dr. Ritu Agarwal, Johns Hopkins Carey Business School? ·??Mr. Sandeep Agarwal, Visionet? ·??Dr. B. Chagun Basha, Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser, Government of India? ·??Mr. Sudhir Rao, Celesta Capital? ·??Mr. Jophy Varghese, Verizon ·??Dr. Ekroop Caur, Government of Karnataka (GoK) Moderator: Mr. Ralph Voltmer, Covington & Burling (USIBC Board of Directors) Stay tuned for insights on how U.S.-India collaboration is driving innovation in AI and digital policy! Ambassador (ret.) Atul Keshap, Ryan M. M., Rahul Sharma, Aditya K Kaushik, Sameer Sharma Guduru (PhD), Dr. Brajesh Barse, Sandeep Maini, zulfia alam, Akanksha Pandey, Minister Priyank M Kharge, Dr. Ekroop Caur, Ruchi Bindal, IT BT Department, Karnataka

USIBC hosted the AI Town Hall at the #BTS2024, a unique opportunity for open dialogue on the development, commercialization, and use of AI. This interactive session invited audience-driven questions and insights from an expert panel. The engaging discussed featured: · Dr. Shekar Sivasubramanian, CEO, Wadhwani AI? · Dr. Subi Chaturvedi, Chief Corporate Affairs & Public Policy Officer, InMobi? · Mr. Sunil Abraham, Public Policy Director - Data Economy and Emerging Tech, Meta? ·? Mr. Vivek Abraham, Senior Director, External Strategy – India and South Asia, Salesforce ·? Ms. Charmaine Ng, Director Asia Pacific & Middle East Digital Policy, Schneider Electric Moderator: Mr. Nikhil Narendran, Partner, Trilegal? ? Stay tuned for more updates as we bring you highlights from the Conclave!? Ambassador (ret.) Atul Keshap, Ryan M. M., Rahul Sharma, Aditya K Kaushik, Sameer Sharma Guduru (PhD), Dr. Brajesh Barse, Sandeep Maini, zulfia alam, Akanksha Pandey, Minister Priyank M Kharge, Dr. Ekroop Caur, Ruchi Bindal, IT BT Department, Karnataka

As the USIBC team continues its participation in the Bengaluru Tech Summit 2024, we were delighted to host an exclusive Salon Dinner that brought together an outstanding group of leaders from government and industry.? The event featured a fireside chat with U.S. Consul General Christopher Hodges, followed by a networking dinner. Senior leaders from the Government of Karnataka (GoK) Dr. Ekroop Caur, Secretary of IT BT, and Ms. Ruchi Bindal, Deputy Secretary of IT BT and prominent industry representatives joined us for this special gathering and engaged in insightful discussions with key influencers driving innovation and technological advancements. We were delighted to host such a dynamic and forward-thinking group of individuals. This dinner exemplified the spirit of collaboration that defines the India-U.S. tech partnership, offering a unique opportunity to strengthen ties and explore new possibilities for growth and innovation. Thank you to everyone who made this evening a success! Ambassador (ret.) Atul Keshap, Ryan M. M., Rahul Sharma, Aditya K Kaushik, Sameer Sharma Guduru (PhD), Dr. Brajesh Barse, Sandeep Maini, zulfia alam, Akanksha Pandey, Minister Priyank M Kharge, Dr. Ekroop Caur, Ruchi Bindal, Government of Karnataka