New Delhi, June 10: Yael Smadja, co-founder of the India Global Innovation Connect (IGIC), praised the Indian startup scene during the IGIC event held in Delhi. She stated that the startup ecosystem here has evolved into a global narrative.
In her remarks, Smadja emphasized, “The Indian startup ecosystem is no longer confined to India; it has established its identity on a global scale.” She noted that the primary aim of IGIC is to connect Indian startups and the innovation ecosystem with innovation networks from other countries.
Smadja further elaborated, “The Indian startup ecosystem is not just a story of India; it has transformed into a global tale. The core objective of IGIC is to link the Indian innovation framework with foreign ecosystems and create new collaboration opportunities.”
This year marks the first time IGIC is being held in New Delhi, and the organizers are excited about the event. She mentioned that the participation of the Indian government has been secured, which will strengthen this initiative.
Yael Smadja highlighted that the platform brings together various stakeholders, industry representatives, entrepreneurs, investors, and representatives from foreign startup ecosystems. This will foster innovation, investment, technological collaboration, and knowledge exchange.
She expressed confidence that IGIC will play a crucial role in strengthening startup collaboration between India and other countries, paving the way for new global innovation partnerships.
The two-day event, taking place from June 10 to 11 in Delhi, will gather experts from the tech world. According to information on the official website, the world is rapidly moving towards a multipolar technological and innovation framework, impacting not only the economy but also geopolitics, security, and social structures. Amid this changing global landscape, a panel of experts will discuss the new global balance of technological innovation and India’s role in it.
During the discussions, the shifting balance of technological capabilities between the United States and China will be analyzed. Additionally, there will be an exploration of India’s standing in the fields of artificial intelligence (AI), deep tech, and emerging technologies, as well as its potential future role.
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