Commerce Minister Dismisses IT Sector Fears, Stresses AI Future
Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal addressed concerns over IT companies' future, labeling them as 'ridiculous.' He emphasized the essential role of IT in AI development. Goyal also defended India's trade deals, ensuring protections for dairy and small businesses while building trust with international partners.
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Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal has characterized investor concerns about the future stability of IT companies as 'ridiculous,' emphasizing their crucial role in advancing artificial intelligence.
Goyal's remarks come amidst a downturn in IT company shares, fueled by new AI platforms from U.S. firms such as Anthropic, which have raised questions about the sector's relevance
Amidst worries, Goyal assured that India's trade deals safeguard the interests of local industries and emphasized the trust built with international partners, noting that new agreements would boost venture capital flow.
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