India's Youth: The Vanguard of AI Transformation

Demis Hassabis, CEO of Google DeepMind, believes India's youth could lead an AI transformation if they embrace AI tools. Speaking at the India AI Impact Summit, he highlighted the potential of young Indians to achieve unimaginable breakthroughs, urging them to master AI skills for future success.


Devdiscourse News Desk | New Delhi | Updated: 18-02-2026 12:21 IST | Created: 18-02-2026 12:21 IST
India's Youth: The Vanguard of AI Transformation
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Demis Hassabis, CEO of Google DeepMind, spoke at the India AI Impact Summit on Wednesday, emphasizing the transformative potential of India's youth if they fully engage with new Artificial Intelligence tools.

Hassabis pointed out the abundant talent and contagious optimism among young Indians concerning AI, suggesting that this openness could be a significant advantage for the country in the coming decade.

He encouraged students to develop high proficiency with AI tools, stressing that such skills would be crucial for achieving breakthroughs across multiple fields, reminiscent of past technological revolutions.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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