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DataQuest
Banking in the Age of Al: How Maveric Systems is Powering Transformation with GenAl & Digital Engineering
Kishan Sundar, SVP and Chief Technology Officer, Maveric Systems Limited, on the Future of AI in Banking, Compliance, and Transformation.
3 min |
April 2025
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India's Digital Trailblazers Honored at the 32nd Dataquest ICT Awards
Ashwini Vaishnaw, Prof. S. Sadagopan, Dr. Sridhar Mitta, and Agnishwar Jayaprakash, honored at the 32nd Dataquest ICT Awards recognizing their leadership in shaping India’s tech-driven future.
3 min |
April 2025
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Universities need to invest in AI infrastructure
Suchismita Sahu, Senior Data Scientist at Nvidia, has navigated the competitive world of AI, building expertise in deep learning, speech and image processing, and large-scale Machine Learning applications. In this interview, she shares the essential skills for AI professionals, and how fresh graduates can position themselves for success in a dynamic, tech-driven world.
5 min |
March 2025
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A look at the evolving role of data engineers in the GenAl era
In this exclusive interview, Vamsi Kiran Badugu, Partner and Head of Engineering & Product at MathCo, shares his insights on the evolving role of data engineers, the key skills needed to thrive in the age of AI, and how India can cultivate a robust AI talent pipeline through strategic educational reforms.
4 min |
March 2025
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An educational model for the modern IT world
Real-world experience is crucial for career readiness. Dr. Yajulu Medury, Vice Chancellor of Mahindra University, highlights the institution's strong industry partnerships and how they benefit students.
4 min |
March 2025
DataQuest
STRENGTHENING ENGINEERING EDUCATION: The Need for Industry Integration, Technological Advancement, Research Excellence, and Global Collaboration
The DQ-CMR Best T-School Survey 2025 marks the 20th edition of this esteemed benchmarking study, serving as a trusted guide for students, educators, policymakers, and recruiters alike. The Dataquest T-School Survey stands as an industry-recognized yardstick for technical education, delving deep into how T-Schools foster essential skills for the technology sector and beyond, casting light upon their contributions to the sector and its ecosystem.
2 min |
March 2025
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Is Your Reputation Al-Proof?
Corporate leaders must proactively protect their organization's reputation from various GenAI threats
6 min |
March 2025
DataQuest
When a transistor becomes a transformer
With limited resources and opportunities, he could amplify India’s potential and computing mettle through every organisation he went to – whether it was a government-scion or an emerging IT powerhouse or a startup or India’s own Silicon Valley think-tank or a non-profit venture. He continues to transform ideas, people and is always manifesting what they are capable of. He continues to achieve and make a mark. Dr. Sridhar Mitta in conversation with Dataquest editor Sunil Rajguru. Edited excerpts from a video interview…
6 min |
March 2025
DataQuest
Chip Design to Quantum Computing: The path to a tech-ready India
NIT Rourkela is driving India's semiconductor ambitions with a comprehensive approach to education, research, and industry collaboration. By integrating chip design, AI-powered Electronic Design Automation (EDA), and quantum computing into its curriculum, the institute is preparing students to take on key roles in semiconductor R&D and fabrication. An interview with Prof. Debiprasad Priyabrata Acharya, Professor, Electronics and Communication Engineering.
3 min |
March 2025
DataQuest
Your degree is in the past, and AI is in the future
India produces over a million engineers annually, yet many struggle to meet industry expectations. Employers often lament the gap between academic learning and realworld requirements, especially with AI and automation transforming job roles.
8 min |
March 2025
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Good teaching is necessary for good research and vice-versa
Indian academic corridors are standing between two atriums. On the one hand, some struggle with concerns on integrity in academic research (Whether in publications or corporate projects). On the other hand, some are driving front-runner work in drug-discovery, cancer imaging, clinical research, road safety and environmental impact. Let’s find out where India is heading as we enter the Sophomore level in AI.
4 min |
March 2025
DataQuest
Drones not just tools but enablers of progress
Agnishwar Jayaprakash, the founder and CEO of Garuda Aerospace, one of India's leading drone companies, explains how by integrating drones across multiple sectors, India can achieve greater efficiency, sustainability, and resilience.
5 min |
March 2025
DataQuest
Navigating Today's Cloud Security Challenges
Cloud adoption lies at the heart of digital transformation, providing organizations with the agility and flexibility they need to stay competitive in today's rapidly changing marketplace.
4 min |
March 2025
DataQuest
How IT became the third T and other stories
Teaching. Setting up institutes. Research. Writing. Authoring books. Consulting. Developing IT. Prof. S Sadagopan, Founding Director of IIIT Bangalore has had a rich, varied and meaningful life. Here he takes a trip down tech memory lane...
6 min |
March 2025
DataQuest
The T in RealTy
Hyper-personalised home buying and renting experiences? E-tours? E-signatures? Digital bookings? Why? How? Technology cannot be used as a varnish when one faces old plastered walls like unorganised agents, lack of ecosystem tech-literacy, fragmentation, complex regulation, balancing hyper-personalisation with anonymisation and still ushering customers towards virtual tours, AR, VR, AI magic and personal touch. Let's take a tour with Sangeet Aggarwal, Head of Product at HOUSING.COM, PropTiger.com
4 min |
February 2025
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Democratizing Al, challenging norms, and shaping the future of global innovation
I sat down with DeepSeek for a candid conversation about its rise, its vision, and its potential to redefine the AI landscape. From democratizing AI to challenging the status quo of the Western tech world, this Q&A delves into the heart of what makes DeepSeek a game-changer.
2 min |
February 2025
DataQuest
Are leaders ready to bridge the innovation-trust gap?
AI is no longer the future-it's the now. However, as organizations race to integrate AI into their operations, a fundamental question looms: how can businesses balance rapid innovation with trust and security? Nate MacLeitch, CEO of QuickBlox, weighs in.
7 min |
February 2025
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Preparing leaders for the AI Era
The term “Management Education” often conjures images of dusty case studies and rigid classroom hierarchies.
3 min |
February 2025
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GCCs on a Drum-roll in India: Hence, Zimmer
The IT riff here used to win only Emmys and Grammys in, and for adding to, global orchestras of outsourcing, application development and back-office work. Not anymore. It’s time for business Oscars. With GCCs.
10 min |
February 2025
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RegTech: Because even compliance deserves a tech upgrade
The business environment is getting increasingly complex in India as the country embraces its digital future. From data privacy to digital lending norms and strict anti-money laundering measures, regulators in the country have increased their efforts to make sure there is transparency, accountability, and protection in this age of rapid technological innovation.
10 min |
February 2025
DataQuest
Supercomputing on Ojammpic!
Would Quantum breakthroughs and AI Supercomputers finally make the elusive super-machine affordable, accessible and lean enough to sit happy next to your coffee mug?
10+ min |
February 2025
DataQuest
Automation means handshakes
If RPA is the backbone, ATI is the brain. Say hello to some new digital white-aprons, fewer insurance frauds and easier preventive-medicine efforts. Vijayashree Natarajan, SVP Head of Technology, Omega Healthcare dissects AI’s new-and-exciting limbs as she argues that AI augments and complements RPA.
3 min |
February 2025
DataQuest
How open AI DeepSeek will likely disrupt the market
Jaspreet Bindra, Founder of AI&Beyond and Tech Whisperer Ltd, gives us a ringside view of the changes taking place as a result of DeepSeek entering the market. Excerpts from a freewheeling video interview.
6 min |
February 2025
DataQuest
Why cyber insurance is a lifeline for enterprises
While some businesses still believe they’re too small to be hacked,” Tata AIG’s Najm Bilgrami politely disagrees. The company has redefined the sector with its latest product, CyberEdge, which not only insures against cyber risks but also offers a comprehensive ecosystem of prevention, response, and risk improvement services.
5 min |
February 2025
DataQuest
How smart parking is Enhancing the Maha Kumbh experience
Can AI handle 25 lakh vehicles? Amit from Park+ reveals the secret to parking 25 lakh vehicles: technology, predictive AI, and the unwavering optimism that nothing will crash (except maybe a few bikes).
4 min |
February 2025
DataQuest
Why do GCCs flock to India?
What makes India such a compelling destination for Global Capability Centers? This article examines the key factors contributing to India's rise as a preferred location for multinational corporations, including the availability of top-tier talent, a supportive government environment, and a dynamic innovation ecosystem.
7 min |
February 2025
DataQuest
The Fourth Turning: The Birth of a New World Order and AI as the Emerging Archetype
Looking back in time, we encounter several intriguing theories and observations. One such perspective suggests that roughly every eighty years, the world experiences catastrophic events that alter the course of human history.
6 min |
February 2025
DataQuest
Deep Lessons from DeepSeek
While the US blinked and the rest of the world woke up to a new force in GenAI, what lessons does this Black Swan event hold for countries like India? Here are five \"deep\" thoughts to consider,
7 min |
February 2025
DataQuest
AI Agents: Not a Fork in the AI Road, But an Inflection-Point
How right C.S Lewis was! Day by day nothing changes, but when you look back, everything is different.
5 min |
February 2025
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So where is India heading?
While the world is stunned at the Chinese AI breakthrough, when will India come out with a similar feat?
2 min |