Global experts and leading companies gathered in New Delhi for the ‘India AI Impact Summit 2026’ to discuss the future of artificial intelligence and its impact across industries. Geraint Rees from University College London praised the summit’s scale and enthusiasm, announcing a partnership with Tech Mahindra to enhance research and innovation opportunities for students.
Rees emphasized the positive trajectory of India-UK relations, highlighting India’s advancements in AI, advanced medicine, robotics, and space exploration. Dr. Lina Robra from the Switzerland Pavilion shared insights on Switzerland’s AI initiative focusing on transparency and openness through the ‘Apertus’ language model. The initiative aims to ensure responsible and ethical AI use for public benefit.
France’s Trade and Investment Commissioner, Estelle David, expressed delight in France’s participation, showcasing around 30 French AI companies at the summit. France’s strong presence signifies a deepening partnership with India, with nearly 120 French companies visiting the country this week. Fujitsu’s Jungo Okai presented advanced AI, quantum computing, and supercomputing technologies, highlighting quantum computing’s potential to revolutionize various fields.
Maz Ansari, co-founder of Oriserve, discussed their seven-year expertise in automating brand-customer interactions, offering instant and accurate responses while understanding diverse Indian dialects. This technology aims to facilitate access to banking and other services for rural and remote populations, eliminating the need for physical branch visits.
