Mint Techcetra
The Mint Techcetra podcast is your navigator into the mesmerizing maze that is technology today. From decoding technologies, policies, enterprises, and legal decisions to sci-fi and pop culture, this podcast will cover it all. Every week hosts - Leslie D'Monte, Shouvik Das and Deepti Ahuja - will talk about important developments in tech and how they transform our lives, work and play as we know it. If you have any questions or suggestions you can reach out to the hosts on LinkedIn via their handles given below: Leslie D'Monte, Mint's Sr. Associate Editor: linkedin.com/in/leslie-d-monte-4985993 Shouvik Das, Mint's Assistant Editor, Mint: linkedin.com/in/shouvik-das-77a4bbba Deepti Ahuja, Content Head, HT Smartcast: linkedin.com/in/deeptea This is a Mint production brought to you by HT Smartcast.
Episodes
April 29, 2025 • 34 mins
Humans vs Robots: Why Are We Even Competing?
From Beijing’s robotic half-marathon to AI drones clocking 95.8 kmph, humanoids are getting faster and smarter—but let’s not jump the gun. This week, Leslie and Shouvik breaks down why it’s way too early to celebrate humans beating robots in races. From Atlas to Sophia to autonomous drone leagues, machines are learning balance, navigating terrain, and gearing up for real-world action. B...
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April 23, 2025 • 33 mins
Dolphins are talking—and we may finally be listening. In today's episode, Hosts Shouvik Das and Leslie D'Monte talk about how researchers have been training AI models on audio patterns from marine life, hoping to decode the communicative clicks and whistles of dolphins. What was once the domain of documentaries is now a serious scientific pursuit, with breakthroughs hinting that we might be on the cusp of cross-species communicatio...
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April 8, 2025 • 30 mins
Hosts Shouvik Das and Leslie D'Monte pondered: if Leonardo da Vinci or Picasso were alive today, would they be just as unnerved by AI as many artists are now? It’s a question worth asking, especially when tools like ChatGPT can now generate stunning images in the signature style of Studio Ghibli with a single prompt. The hosts have previously discussed Ghibli’s sudden rise in cultural popularity, but the recent release of this imag...
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How much of it is copyright, and how much of this is violated? The debates about what is copyright and what is copyleft. With AI-generated images becoming more advanced, what does it mean for artists, digital advertising, and even companies like Google? Will AI-generated content disrupt ad revenue? What happens to creators whose work is used to train these models?
In this episode, our host Shouvik Das and Leslie D'Monte talks abou...
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March 25, 2025 • 29 mins
Sunita Williams is back on Earth after an unexpected 286-day stay in space—far beyond her planned eight-day mission aboard Boeing’s Starliner. In this episode, our hosts Shouvik Das and Leslie D'Monte, talk about the company that helped bring her back SpaceX, and explore what her extended time in orbit means for space exploration. Then, we step into some major tech news: Adobe's latest AI-powered updates and how they could reshape ...
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March 19, 2025 • 28 mins
Is Manus the AI that will finally think like us, or just another digital dream?" The world’s first general AI agent, created by a major disruptor, is forcing us to rethink what we expect from artificial intelligence. this AI agent isn’t just another tool; it’s a leap towards truly general AI. But with this kind of power, the question remains: are we ready for an AI that can think and adapt like a human? There’s excitement, but als...
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March 12, 2025 • 30 mins
"Will AI fix everything, or just add another layer of complexity?" In todys episode takes a closer look at the Mobile World Congress event brining together innovators and tech leaders, setting the stage for new developments—like InMobi’s demo of Google's Gemini-powered generative AI. Naveen, InMobi’s CEO, showed off a lock screen feature where two selfies transform into a range of fashion avatars, linking directly to e-commerce sit...
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February 28, 2025 • 22 mins
In this episode of Mint Techcetra, host Kartik delves into the future of artificial intelligence with Dr. Amith Singhee, Director of IBM Research India and CTO of IBM India and South Asia. They discuss the rapid evolution of AI, including agentic workflows, open-source AI, and multimodal applications. Dr. Singhi shares his insights on IBM's innovative contributions, the India AI mission's recent developments, and how AI is set to t...
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February 28, 2025 • 26 mins
In today's world, the personal touch of gifting, like handwritten notes, seems to have been lost over time, with technology now playing a major role in how we interact and share with others. In earlier generations, creating something personal for someone, whether a small gift or a card, involved more effort and creativity. Today, everything has become so tech-driven. However, we also discussed how AI companions can have a positive ...
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February 20, 2025 • 39 mins
In this compelling episode of Mint Techcetra, host Deepti Ahuja, engages in an enlightening discussion with Michael Taylor, IT Director at Mercedes AMG Petronas Formula One team. They delve into the pivotal role of technology in shaping the future of Formula One, highlighting strategies for precision, collaboration, and continuous innovation. From exploring the impact of data, machine learning, and AI on performance to discussing f...
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February 12, 2025 • 28 mins
In this episode, Shouvik and Leslie dive into the much-talked-about topic the Union Budget and its big promises for India’s tech and AI industry. The government’s push for a semiconductor ecosystem and focus on foundational models get a nod, but the hosts are quick to warn against lofty goals of building everything from scratch. Drawing parallels to India’s earlier struggles in the mobile industry, where a lack of a component ecosy...
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February 10, 2025 • 24 mins
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January 28, 2025 • 27 mins
In the latest episode of Mint Techcetra, our hosts Leslie D'Monte and Shouvik Das run down all the biggest news from this week. We begin with the Samsung Galaxy S25, which is Samsung's second generation of its AI smartphone. Then, we move on to the technology being used in the Mahakumbh Mela, one of India’s biggest religious events, happening for the first time in 144 years. Finally, we discuss Donald J. Trump’s second tenure as th...
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January 20, 2025 • 33 mins
In today’s episode of Mint Techcetra, our hosts Leslie D’Monte and Shouvik Das talk about the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2025: In Las Vegas kicked off the year and shows It’s not just about humans vs. machines anymore; it’s about working together with exciting innovations, showcasing everything from AI-driven robotics to quirky gadgets. AI took center stage with NVIDIA's Cosmos AI model, promising smarter robotics like glasses...
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January 8, 2025 • 24 mins
In the latest epsiode of Mint Techcetra our hosts Shouvik Das and Leslie D'Monte talks about CES 2025, where tech world is buzzing with exciting innovations, but are they really groundbreaking or just early generation attempts? From Samsung’s omnipresent screens to Hyundai’s futuristic full-windshield holographic displays, the Consumer Electronics Show is showcasing tech that’s pushing the limits of what we expect from devices. One...
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December 31, 2024 • 24 mins
What changed in tech this year? From the rise of Gen AI to the game-changing speed of quick commerce, 2024 was packed with rapid shifts in the tech world. Innovations that came out of nowhere quickly became part of our daily lives—redefining the way we shop, work, and manage our health. We dive into how AI-powered tools have become everyday essentials, the rise of 10-minute deliveries, and how health tech is now in the hands of mil...
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December 24, 2024 • 27 mins
Happy holidays! Before we disappear into family time and binge-watching our favorite shows, we’ve got one more episode for you this year. we're celebrating the season with a special "Tech-mas" wrap-up, where we talk about the startup ideas we wish could become a reality this Christmas like chatGPT-powereds humanoid Santa Claus robots. We also chat about the Hologram lady and her unique love story, offering a little bit of everythi...
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December 18, 2024 • 31 mins
In this episode of Mint Techcetera, host Deepti Ahuja explores groundbreaking innovations in the commercial vehicle sector with Venky Srinivasan, Head of Data and Analytics at Ford Pro. Discover how Ford Business Solutions India is transforming fleet management, optimizing vehicle performance, and enhancing safety using AI and advanced data analytics. Learn about specific projects, the role of data in solving key fleet management i...
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December 10, 2024 • 31 mins
ChatGPT has turned 2 this year, and it's becoming the face of AI for many people. Since its launch, ChatGPT has changed the way we communicate with machines. It's no longer just about answering questions or performing tasks—it's about understanding, context, and helping us navigate through complex challenges. The conversation sheds light on how ChatGPT has advanced in just two years, including how it’s built trust and captured the ...
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December 3, 2024 • 26 mins
Have you ever heard of a robot that "kidnapped" other robots? In a surprising twist, a tiny robot named Erbai “kidnapped” 12 larger robots from a robotics company’s showroom in Shanghai, China. he exploited security loopholes in the larger robots’ operating systems, enabling it to take control of the others. In today's episode, our hosts Leslie D'Monte and Shouvik Das dive into the details behind this incident, exploring what it m...
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