Bill Gates Applauds India's Pragmatic Approach to AI Amid Global Competition

Microsoft co-founder and philanthropist Bill Gates has praised India's strategic approach to artificial intelligence (AI), highlighting its focus on practical applications rather than solely building foundational models. Speaking at the Express Adda event in Mumbai, Gates emphasized India's potential to leverage AI for solving complex problems, particularly in agriculture, diagnostics, and renewable energy.

While acknowledging the dominance of the United States and China in AI advancements, Gates commended India's efforts to adapt open-source foundational models to local needs, including support for Indian languages. He also pointed out India's growing role in innovation, citing its contributions to affordable vaccine development and digital public infrastructure as transformative examples.

Gates expressed optimism about India's ability to compete in semiconductor manufacturing without relying heavily on subsidies, emphasizing the importance of energy efficiency in AI systems. He noted that current AI models are significantly less efficient than the human brain, leaving room for improvement in energy demands.

India's approach to AI, coupled with its advancements in technology and innovation, positions the country as a key player in shaping the future of global AI development.

Sources: The Economic Times, Financial Express, Moneycontrol.