The Mint Techcetra podcast is your navigator into the mesmerizing maze that is technology today. From decoding technologies, policies, enterprises, and legal decisions to sci-fi and pop culture, this podcast will cover it all. Every week hosts - Leslie D'Monte, Shouvik Das and Deepti Ahuja - will talk about important developments in tech and how they transform our lives, work and play as we know it. If you have any questions or suggestions you can reach out to the hosts on LinkedIn via their handles given below: Leslie D'Monte, Mint's Sr. Associate Editor: linkedin.com/in/leslie-d-monte-4985993 Shouvik Das, Mint's Assistant Editor, Mint: linkedin.com/in/shouvik-das-77a4bbba Deepti Ahuja, Content Head, HT Smartcast: linkedin.com/in/deeptea This is a Mint production brought to you by HT Smartcast.
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August 7, 202616 min
The Biggest AI Risk You Should Know About | Are Enterprises Ready? | Techcetra | Mint x Salesforce
PARTNERED In this episode of Techcetra, in partnership with @salesforce Leslie D'Monte speaks with Abhijit Kokane, Vice President - IT at Gen Digital, about how organisations can confidently navigate the next wave of AI transformation. From redesigning security architectures and empowering CISOs to making cybersecurity a boardroom priority, the conversation explores what it takes to build resilient, AI-first enterprises. #TechCetra #AgenticAI #CyberSecurity #ArtificialIntelligence #EnterpriseAI #GenDigital #AI #CISO #TechPodcast #CyberSecurityAwareness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
August 3, 202621 min
The Economics of AI Explained | Neil Thompson on AI, Chips, & What's Next | Techcetra | Salesforce
PARTNERED Artificial Intelligence is advancing faster than ever—but can this pace continue? In this episode of Techcetra partnered with @salesforce , Leslie D'Monte speaks with Neil Thompson, Director of the FutureTech Research Project at MIT, to explore the economics driving today's AI revolution. While recent breakthroughs have transformed what AI can do, Neil explains that much of this progress has come from scaling compute—using more GPUs, more power and larger investments. But is that model sustainable? What happens when compute demand outpaces supply? The conversation dives into the economics of AI, chip shortages, NVIDIA's dominance, large language models, small language models, Agentic AI, AI in scientific research, digital labour, and the future of AI infrastructure. Neil also shares his perspective on India's AI ambitions, semiconductor manufacturing, local language models and why continuously improving smaller models may be a smarter long-term strategy. In this episode: Why we're living through AI's "golden age" The economics behind AI scaling Why chip shortages could continue for years Compute vs algorithmic innovation LLMs vs SLMs The rise of Agentic AI AI's role in scientific research Can AI compete with human labour? NVIDIA, GPUs and the future of AI infrastructure India's AI roadmap and semiconductor ambitions Whether you're an AI enthusiast, business leader, developer, researcher or policymaker, this conversation offers a practical look at the technological and economic forces shaping the future of artificial intelligence. Subscribe to Mint Techcetra for more conversations with global technology leaders, researchers and innovators. #ArtificialIntelligence #AI #AgenticAI #MIT #NeilThompson #Techcetra #MachineLearning #NVIDIA #Semiconductors #GenerativeAI #LLM #SLM #AIInfrastructure #IndiaAI #FutureOfAI Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
August 2, 202614 min
Can AI Agents Replace Human Work in Logistics? | Techcetra | Salesforce | Mint
PARTNERED Artificial Intelligence has moved far beyond chatbots. In this episode of Techcetra, in partnership with @salesforce Leslie D'monte speaks with Kapil Mahajan, Global Chief Information & Technology Officer at Allcargo Group, explains how AI agents are transforming one of the world's largest logistics industries—from automating freight quotations and invoice processing to managing global supply chains at scale. He argues that tomorrow's logistics companies will actually be technology companies delivering logistics as a service. The conversation explores how enterprises are deploying AI agents, why clean data is the foundation of successful AI adoption, the importance of human oversight, and how organisations can build guardrails to ensure AI remains secure, compliant and reliable. In this episode: Why logistics companies are becoming technology companies AI Agents vs Generative AI Building enterprise AI with clean data Automating global freight operations How Allcargo handles 40,000+ customer quotes every month AI governance, compliance and guardrails The future of autonomous enterprise workflows If you're interested in enterprise AI, digital transformation, logistics, supply chains or the future of automation, this conversation offers practical insights into AI adoption at scale. #AI #AIAgents #Logistics #SupplyChain #ArtificialIntelligence #EnterpriseAI #Automation #DigitalTransformation #Allcargo #Salesforce #Techcetra Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
July 24, 202628 min
Iron Man, Wolverine & Agentic AI? Salesforce SVP Explains the Future of AI
PARTNERED Artificial Intelligence is entering a new phase-and it's no longer just about generating content. In this episode of Techcetra, in partnership with @salesforce Leslie D'monte speaks with Shibani Ahuja, SVP, Enterprise IT Strategy at Salesforce, about why enterprises are shifting from Generative AI to Agentic AI, what it means for CIOs, and why most AI initiatives fail to scale. Drawing from conversations with CIOs worldwide, Shibani explains why AI strategy today is less about technology and more about business outcomes, organisational change and adaptability. The discussion explores the architectural differences between Generative AI and Agentic AI, the importance of data readiness, scaling AI beyond pilot projects, the evolving role of Chief AI Officers, and why enterprises need what she calls an "Adaptability Quotient (AQ)." One of the highlights of the conversation is her simple Marvel-inspired analogy using Iron Man and Wolverine to explain one of AI's most complex concepts. In this episode: Generative AI vs Agentic AI Why 95% of AI pilots fail to scale The future role of CIOs Human impact of AI transformation Building enterprise AI strategy Data, governance and AI readiness AI architecture explained simply Why adaptability matters more than ever If you're a technology leader, CIO, founder, enterprise decision-maker or simply curious about where AI is headed, this conversation offers practical insights into the next phase of enterprise AI. #AgenticAI #ArtificialIntelligence #Salesforce #EnterpriseAI #GenerativeAI #CIO #DigitalTransformation #TechPodcast #RajivMakhni #Techcetra Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
July 17, 202620 min
How AI Is Reinventing India's Jewellery Retail Experience | Techcetra | Salesforce x Mint
PARTNERED Artificial Intelligence is changing retail in ways most customers never notice. In this episode of Techcetra in partnership with @salesforce Mint's Leslie D'Monte speaks with Avnish Anand, Board Member at ORRA Fine Jewellery and former Co-founder & CEO of CaratLane, about how AI is reshaping customer experience in luxury retail. From recreating the personalised service of India's traditional family jewellers to using voice, video and customer insights for hyper-personalised experiences, Avnish explains how AI is helping retailers build deeper customer relationships without losing the human touch. The conversation also explores: Why AI matters in jewellery retail Hyper-personalisation at scale How AI can preserve customer relationships across stores The role of Agentic AI in retail Why human interaction will always matter in luxury AI-powered jewellery design and customisation Building customer loyalty in the age of AI The future of retail technology If you're interested in AI, retail innovation, customer experience, marketing, or digital transformation, this episode offers valuable insights into how technology is changing one of India's oldest industries. #AI #RetailAI #AgenticAI #CustomerExperience #LuxuryRetail #Jewellery #ArtificialIntelligence #Salesforce #DigitalTransformation #Techcetra Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
July 6, 202621 min
How Agentic AI Is Changing Education In India | Techcetra | Salesforce x Mint
SPONSORED Artificial Intelligence is changing education faster than ever before. But beyond concerns about students using ChatGPT, how are universities themselves adopting AI? In this episode of Mint Techcetra partnered with @salesforce , we speak with Dr. Ganesh Prasad, - Director - Digital & IT, MAHE (Manipal Academy of Higher Education), about how one of India's leading universities is building AI-powered systems that go far beyond chatbots. From AI agents that automate faculty workflows and personalise student learning to governance frameworks, healthcare applications and the future of higher education, this conversation explores what it really takes to build an AI-first university. Subscribe to Mint for more conversations with leaders shaping the future of technology, business and innovation. #AI #Education #ArtificialIntelligence #AgenticAI #HigherEducation #Techcetra #MAHE #EdTech #DigitalTransformation #Technology #Innovation #ChatGPT #FutureOfEducation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
June 29, 202625 min
Building the Infrastructure and Digital Sovereignty Foundation for Scaling Enterprise AI
“AI has to run where your applications are running and where your data resides." In this episode of Mint Techcetra, Nelson John speaks with Ravi Jain, Vice President, Systems and Cloud Sales, IBM India & South Asia, about what it takes to operationalise AI across large enterprises.The conversation looks at how hybrid cloud environments, data accessibility and governance frameworks are influencing AI deployment strategies. It also explores the growing importance of digital sovereignty and infrastructure portability, particularly as organisations look to deploy AI across complex regulatory and business environments. As AI becomes more deeply integrated into enterprise operations, the discussion highlights that long-term success depends on the right architecture, access to trusted data, and the ability to embed AI into core business processes as much as it depends on the technology itself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
June 27, 202616 min
Beyond ChatGPT: How AI Agents Are Changing Enterprise Logistics | Salesforce | Techcetra Episode 5
PARTNERED As businesses race to adopt Agentic AI, one question remains: how do you move beyond experiments and create real business value? In this episode of Techcetra, Mint's technology podcast in partnership with Salesforce, we speak to Sandeep Dewangan, President & Group CIO, Safexpress, about how one of India's largest logistics companies is embedding AI into its core operations. From route optimisation and warehouse intelligence to enterprise data lakes and AI copilots, Sandeep explains why successful AI adoption isn't about flashy demos—it's about solving fundamental business problems at scale. Mint is an Indian financial daily newspaper published by HT Media. The Mint YT Channel brings you cutting edge analysis of the latest business news and financial news. With in-depth market coverage, explainers and expert opinions, we break down and simplify business news for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
June 19, 202620 min
Agentic AI in the Enterprise: Why Businesses Can’t Afford to Wait | Mint Techcetra
Artificial intelligence is no longer just an experiment for enterprises. In this special episode of Techcetra, in partnership with @salesforce , we decode how businesses are moving beyond AI pilots and embracing production-grade, enterprise AI. Recorded on the sidelines of the Agentforce World Tour India, host Leslie D'Monte speaks with Arun Kumar Parameswaran, EVP & MD, Salesforce South Asia, and Mankiran Chowhan, Managing Director, Salesforce India, about the biggest mindset shifts among Indian businesses, the rise of agentic AI, and why trust, governance and measurable ROI matter more than ever. Watch the latest episode of Techcetra, in partnership with Salesforce. #Techcetra #Salesforce #Agentforce #AgenticAI #EnterpriseAI #FutureOfWork #ArtificialIntelligence #DigitalTransformation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
June 19, 202620 min
Agentic AI in the Enterprise: Why Businesses Can’t Afford to Wait | Mint Techcetra
Artificial intelligence is no longer just an experiment for enterprises. In this special episode of Techcetra, in partnership with @salesforce , we decode how businesses are moving beyond AI pilots and embracing production-grade, enterprise AI. Recorded on the sidelines of the Agentforce World Tour India, host Leslie D'Monte speaks with Arun Kumar Parameswaran, EVP & MD, Salesforce South Asia, and Mankiran Chowhan, Managing Director, Salesforce India, about the biggest mindset shifts among Indian businesses, the rise of agentic AI, and why trust, governance and measurable ROI matter more than ever. Watch the latest episode of Techcetra, in partnership with Salesforce. #Techcetra #Salesforce #Agentforce #AgenticAI #EnterpriseAI #FutureOfWork #ArtificialIntelligence #DigitalTransformation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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