From Andrew Ng to Rajeev Chandrasekhar, a look at the stellar lineup for the Global AI Conclave

As artificial intelligence (AI) reshapes the world, urgent questions arise about its impact on our lives. From human safety and employment to elections and freedom, the potential consequences demand our attention.

While companies sprint toward developing ever-newer AI technologies, governments are engaged in a parallel race, striving to regulate this nascent field effectively.

Recognising the pressing need for collaboration between policymakers, industry leaders, and stakeholders, Palo Alto Networks presents the CNBC-TV18 & Moneycontrol Global AI Conclave—an exclusive event navigating us through the uncharted territories of this new and rapidly evolving technology.

The CNBC-TV18 & Moneycontrol Global AI Conclave brings together global and Indian thought leaders, innovators, investors, founders, and disruptors for insightful discussions on the profound impact of AI across industries and society.

With a robust technical background and a deep commitment to innovation, Union Minister of State for the Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology Rajeev Chandrasekhar brings extensive experience to the Global AI Conference. In his influential role within the Indian government, Chandrasekhar actively shapes policies and spearheads initiatives to propel AI technology forward. Emphasising India's approach to AI through the lenses of openness, safety, trust, and accountability, he advocates against demonisation and overregulation, believing that AI should thrive rather than be regulated out of existence.

As the mind behind DeepLearning.AI, managing general partner at AI Fund, founder & CEO of Landing AI, and chairman/cofounder of Coursera, Dr. Andrew Ng has left an indelible mark on the field. Also, as a professor at Stanford University, his influence is felt both in education and cutting-edge research. Recognised on the Time100 AI list in 2023, Dr. Ng stands as one of the most influential figures shaping the AI landscape.

Andrew Feldman is the co-founder and CEO of Cerebras Systems, the pioneer in wafer-scale technology for cutting-edge AI compute. With a passion for pushing the boundaries in the compute realm, he previously co-founded and led SeaMicro, a pioneer in energy-efficient, high-bandwidth microservers, which was acquired by AMD in 2012 for $357 million. He also served as the Vice President of Marketing and Corporate Development at RiverStone Networks, contributing to its journey from inception to IPO in 2001. Andrew is a Stanford University alumnus, holding both a BA and an MBA.

Professor Chris Miller is a renowned expert in global politics, economics, and technology analysis. His book, "Chip War: The Fight for the World’s Most Critical Technology," delves into the realm of semiconductor manufacturing, uncovering the role played by three key firms in shaping the modern world's computing power. This award-winning book won the Financial Times award for the best business book last year. In addition to being a visiting fellow at the American Enterprise Institute and a Director at Greenmantle, a macroeconomic and geopolitical consulting firm, Professor Miller is an associate professor of international history at The Fletcher School at Tufts University.

With an impressive career spanning more than three decades at Microsoft, Mary Snapp currently holds the position of Vice President for Strategic AI Initiatives. A seasoned professional, she has played pivotal roles in legal counsel for engineering and leadership in Global Philanthropies. Mary's insights shed light on the profound impact of AI, showcasing the convergence of technology and philanthropy.

Pandu Nayak, with over 18 years of experience at Google, currently holds the position of Vice President, focusing on various aspects of Search Quality. Before joining Google, he served as Chief Architect and CTO at Stratify, Inc., contributing to the success of the Stratify Legal Discovery service. Before his industry roles, Nayak was a Research Scientist at NASA Ames Research Center, where he played a significant role as the Deputy Lead of the Remote Agent project—the first AI system to be entrusted with the primary command of a spacecraft.

Sridhar Vembu, the founder and CEO of Zoho Corporation, holds the 55th spot on Forbes' list of the wealthiest individuals in India as of 2021. Starting his journey as a wireless engineer at Qualcomm in San Diego, he later moved to the San Francisco Bay Area. Sridhar's leadership has propelled Zoho into a SaaS powerhouse, particularly in customer relationship management services. Notably, he received the Padma Shri award in 2021 for his significant contributions. Beyond business success, Sridhar advocates for decentralisation in software development, exemplified by establishing offices in rural Indian villages, showcasing a commitment to both technological innovation and rural empowerment.

Don't miss your chance to be part of the AI revolution! Reserve your spot now and engage in the conversation that will shape the future of AI at the Palo Alto Networks Presents CNBC-TV18 Moneycontrol Global AI Conclave. With EY as the Knowledge Partner and Google, Yotta Infrastructure, and Reliance Industries Limited as Associate Partners, alongside Townhall as the Technology Partner, this event is not to be missed.