Meaningful Conversations: Emerging Technologies and the Future of Education
January 18, 2025 | Andaz Delhi, by Hyatt
Wisdom Tree hosted its inaugural offline event, Meaningful Conversations, on January 18 at Andaz Delhi, by Hyatt. The session marked the launch of a new platform under Wisdom Tree’s thought leadership initiatives - bringing together senior leaders, academics, and innovators to explore critical intersections of business, technology, and learning.The theme for this edition, “Emerging Technologies: Impact on Education and Skilling,” centered on how technological innovation is reshaping the foundation of workforce development and education systems worldwide. The discussion featured distinguished panelists including Col. Nidhish Bhatnagar, Director of the School of Information Technology, Artificial Intelligence & Cyber Security at Rashtriya Raksha University; Dr. Sanjay Goel, Professor and Chair at the University at Albany; and Dr. Vinish Kathuria, Managing Partner at SenseAI Ventures and mentor at NASSCOM Deep Tech. The conversation was moderated by Wisdom Tree’s founder and CEO, who guided the dialogue around the evolving relationship between technology and human capability.
Highlights from the Discussion
Overall Impact
Col. Nidhish Bhatnagar shared insights on India’s advanced technology infrastructure, with the success of UPI standing as a key example of scalable innovation. He emphasized that the nation’s tech stack is on a strong upward trajectory.
Skilling and Workforce Development
Dr. Vinish Kathuria discussed Manufacturing 4.0, highlighting the need for specialized training at the local level to support implementation. He also noted challenges caused by organizational silos in educational institutions and advocated for a more integrated approach to skilling.
Jobs and the Future of Work
The panel addressed predictions around AI-driven job creation and displacement. While the net job impact appears positive, they agreed that effects will differ by sector, particularly in fields like manufacturing and education.
Responsible AI and Innovation Ethics
Dr. Sanjay Goel emphasized responsible AI development, drawing attention to its transformative potential in healthcare, traffic management, and manufacturing. He highlighted the importance of maintaining caution and accountability as automation expands.