Thought Leaders
Soumitra Dutta on "People-First" AI Revolution: Moving from Fear to Hope
The conversation around Artificial Intelligence has reached a fever pitch. Depending on which headline you read, AI is either the savior of modern productivity or the harbinger of a jobless future. However, according to Soumitra Dutta, the former Dean of Oxford’s Saïd Business School, the real "trending topic" isn’t just the power of the algorithms; it’s how we keep humans in the driver’s seat. As we navigate 2026, the shift toward People-First AI Strategies is no longer a corporate luxury; it’s a necessity for survival and ethical growth.
By David Williama day ago in Interview
Soumitra Dutta Explained the New Era of AI Education: Beyond the Matrix
Nowadays, making a discourse on Artificial Intelligence, one is likely to hear two sides of the debate: some individuals express their concern about the potential Matrix-style takeover, while others are already rushing to cash in on the opportunity. But for Professor Soumitra Dutta, the former Dean of Oxford’s Saïd Business School and the lifetime researcher of AI, the truth is much more complicated, and much more thrilling.
By David William4 days ago in Interview
What Is the Cost of Deferred Maintenance
By: Peter Hansen, Co-Owner of Sparrow Estate Management Luxury homes are intricate systems, and the elements that help your home function properly, such as plumbing, HVAC, security, and landscaping, are interconnected. It might seem harmless to put off a small repair or skip a routine check, especially when everything appears to be working well.
By Peter Hansen6 days ago in Interview
Soumitra Dutta on Institutional Change and Human-Centric Leadership
Risk isn't a bug in life; it's a feature. You can't avoid it because it's part of everything we do. The fear of it gives way to the prospects when we are ready to accept it and realize that all the significant opportunities demand taking risks. As the founding co-editor of the Global Innovation Index and a trusted advisor to governments and Fortune 500 companies, Soumitra Dutta, Oxford Dean (Former) says that “I think you take risks every time. When you drive a car, you’re taking a risk. When you take a plane, you take a risk. But you manage the risk; you manage the probabilities, outcomes, and then you take decisions. So, I think whether it’s enterprise or whether it’s starting your own company, you’re taking risks every day.”
By David William12 days ago in Interview
Soumitra Dutta on the Rise of an Innovation Powerhouse: Decoding India’s GII Journey
At a time when the world is rapidly shifting towards artificial intelligence, startups, and a digital economy, India stands at a crucial turning point. Soumitra Dutta, a leading voice behind the Global Innovation Index (GII) states that India is not an emerging power anymore but transforms into a great global innovator. Progress in the country has been remarkable and has gained ground in the last decade, moving up 81st to 38th.
By David William12 days ago in Interview
Andrii Kovalenko, Reporting War’s Reality: International Journalism and Witnessing the Aftermath of Bucha
Andrii Kovalenko is a Ukrainian local producer and executive director of Academy of Ukrainian Press who supports international correspondents reporting on Russia’s war against Ukraine. Working closely with foreign media crews since the first days of the 2022 full-scale invasion, he has helped journalists navigate dangerous frontline regions, including Kyiv, Bucha, Irpin, and the wider Kyiv and Zhytomyr areas. His work includes logistical coordination, translation, and field production under combat conditions. Kovalenko has witnessed the aftermath of Russian occupation and the humanitarian consequences of the war. For his safety while working with international reporters, he has been equipped with protective gear and a drone detection device.
By Scott Douglas Jacobsen28 days ago in Interview
Black Women in Fandom: Kat Monroe on One Direction, Taylor Swift, and Turning Fangirl Culture Into a Career
What if the very thing people told you to tone down became the foundation of your career? In this edition of Black Women in Fandom, we spotlight Kat Monroe - journalist, NYU and Georgetown alumna, and founder of Fan Fave Media and Fangirl Forward whose lifelong love of pop culture helped shape her path in media and entertainment. From late-night television studios to nationally syndicated newsrooms, Kat never left behind the fan identity that first inspired her.
By Tammy Reeseabout a month ago in Interview
Golden Globes' Podcast Play, The Most Unique Podcast Jobs of 2025 and the Hall of Fame Inductees Revealed.. AI-Generated.
Behind the Awards: Coming Soon I've connected with many of the audio and podcast awards featured in this issue and I'm looking to speak with more to bring you insider perspectives on recognition.
By recognized.fm2 months ago in Interview
Matthew Scillitani on Measuring the Extreme Right Tail with a Supervised Timed High-Range Ability Test
Matthew Scillitani is a psychometrics practitioner at Neurolus Psychometrics focused on developing supervised, time-limited high-range ability examinations. He co-launched The Mental Inventor with Paul Cooijmans as an empirical testbed for a central measurement question: whether performances can be validly differentiated in the extreme right tail under proctored conditions. His approach emphasizes procedural integrity—identity verification, approved proctoring, and rule enforcement—alongside cautious claims about interpretation until reliability and validity evidence is established. He highlights emerging threats to unsupervised testing, including AI-assisted responding and large-scale collaboration, and advocates peer review before formal reclassification.
By Scott Douglas Jacobsen2 months ago in Interview
