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Thanks to AI, you don't need a computer science degree to get a job in tech, IBM AI chief says
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1y ago
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According to IBM's AI chief, a computer science degree may no longer be required to land a job in tech. IBM's global managing partner for generative AI, Matthew Candy, stated that AI would accelerate the process of idea generation and product development, making it easier for individuals without technical skills. Soft skills like critical thinking and creativity would become more valuable in the age of AI. Candy also mentioned that AI advancements could impact the arts by enabling individuals to take on design roles without traditional qualifications.
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No computer science degree needed only to learn coding: Google's head of Android - The Economic Times
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20d ago
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Sameer Samat, Google's head of Android, emphasizes that a computer science degree should focus on problem-solving rather than just learning to code. He argues that coding can be learned without a degree. With AI taking over software engineering roles, the value of a computer science degree is being questioned. Samat encourages students to pursue their passion deeply, while predicting future programming may involve natural language interactions, although that reality is still distant.
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Who is IIT Madras alumnus Aravind Srinivas, CEO of Perplexity AI?
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1y ago
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Aravind Srinivas, whose US-based search startup Perplexity AI has become a unicorn after raising $62.7 million from Jeff Bezos and others, holds a dual degree in electrical engineering from IIT Madras. He completed his PhD in computer science from the University of California, Berkeley. Srinivas worked with OpenAI and Google before co-founding Perplexity AI in 2022.
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IBM announces job cuts in marketing and communications division, says report
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1y ago
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IBM has reportedly announced layoffs in its marketing and communications division, according to CNBC. No specific numbers have been provided yet. This follows IBM CEO Arvind Krishna's previous statement that the company plans to halt hiring for roles that could be replaced by AI in the coming years. IBM is joining the growing list of tech companies that have announced job cuts this year, with a total of 204 companies impacting almost 50,000 employees. In 2020, IBM reduced its workforce by about 3,900 jobs.
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AI needs decade+ to reach human-like smarts, says pioneer
Economic Times
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9m ago
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According to Yann LeCun, vice president and chief AI scientist at Meta, it could take AI systems more than a decade to achieve human-level intelligence. Achieving artificial general intelligence (AGI) would require AI systems to be conscious of the physical world, have persistent memory, and the ability to reason. LeCun believes that regulations based on the assumption that AI is inherently dangerous are misguided. He sees India as a promising hub for building AI applications with its abundance of trained engineers. Economists don't foresee AI causing unemployment but anticipate a transformation of job roles. The key is to train the workforce to leverage new technologies effectively.
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Ashneer Grover tweets in Haryanvi after ex-COO Dhruv Bahl exits BharatPe
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1y ago
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After the departure of BharatPe's former COO Dhruv Dhanraj Bahl, who was recently appointed as the chief business officer for the merchant lending division, the startup's former MD Ashneer Grover posted a tweet in Haryanvi. In the tweet, Ashneer commented, "Tau, you simply can't get the job done." BharatPe has witnessed a series of significant departures in recent times, including the exit of CTO Vijay Aggarwal.
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LinkedIn says premium subscriptions bring in $1.7 billion in new disclosure
Economic Times
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1y ago
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LinkedIn has disclosed that its premium subscription business generated $1.7 billion in revenue in 2023, thanks to increased adoption of new artificial intelligence (AI) tools. The social networking platform for professionals saw a 25% rise in premium subscribers last year, with 70% of them trying the AI features and 90% finding them useful. These tools include AI-assisted job scanning and profile optimization, as well as automatically generating messages to recruiters. LinkedIn aims to expand its premium subscription offerings to cater to job seekers and individual users, supplementing its existing revenue from hiring software sold to corporate recruiters.
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Want India to set example of how to use AI for social development: Sunil Wadhwani
Economic Times
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1y ago
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Sunil Wadhwani, co-founder of IGATE and Mastech Digital, has emphasized the need for India to develop a strong research and education ecosystem in AI and data science to avoid falling behind in the AI race. Wadhwani recently signed an MoU with IIT Madras to establish the Wadhwani School of Data Science and AI, contributing Rs 110 crore towards the initiative. He aims for India to become a global leader in utilizing AI for social development, with IIT Madras playing a crucial role in achieving this goal. The school will offer various degree programs and is set to commence admissions in July 2024.
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Karnataka minister refutes Andhra CM, says first indigenous quantum computer operational in Bengaluru - The Economic Times
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13d ago
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Karnataka's Science and Technology Minister, N S Boseraju, asserted that India's first indigenous quantum computer, a 25-qubit model by QpiAI, is operational in Bengaluru since April 2025, countering Andhra Pradesh CM Naidu's claim of launching an 8-qubit quantum computer in November. Boseraju highlighted Karnataka's efforts, including India's first Quantum Research Park at IISc and the upcoming Quantum Summit in Bengaluru, aiming to position the state as a leader in quantum technology.
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Capgemini will hire in big numbers in India in FY25
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1y ago
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Capgemini plans to hire a large number of employees in India for FY25, anticipating a boost in domestic business. This hiring push aligns with industry competitors and comes after a challenging FY24 for the IT sector. Despite concerns about generative AI reducing job opportunities, Capgemini's chief technology & innovation officer, Nisheeth Srivastava, believes it will actually expand the workforce by enabling people to learn coding. He stressed the importance of upskilling in data, machine learning, analytics, AI, and emerging areas. Demand for specific skills like UI/UX, data science, and cybersecurity is expected to rise.
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India poised to lead the world in the age of AI, says GitHub CEO
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1y ago
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India is poised to become the world's largest developer community on GitHub, surpassing the US by 2027. GitHub CEO Thomas Dohmke expressed optimism about India's future in software and AI and believes that the country will not only be a global leader but the leader in the age of AI. India currently has over 15.4 million developers on GitHub, and Dohmke believes that the vast population and increasing number of graduates in computer science will ensure sustained growth in the developer community. He also highlighted that AI advancements will require developers to become system thinkers and solve large problems that AI cannot handle alone.
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