NTLF 2025 concluded with powerful insights and a vision for a tech-driven, human-centered future. Day 2 featured groundbreaking ideas, transformative dialogues, and innovative perspectives. Here’s a glimpse into the key takeaways:

• Behind the Grind, Beyond the Game: PV Sindhu & Sindhu Gangadharan discussed success, adaptability, and technology’s role in sports, emphasizing that while tech aids performance, hard work and intuition remain irreplaceable. Sindhu also stressed the importance of parental support and limiting screen time for mental well-being.  
• Turning the Titans Around: C.S. Setty (SBI) and Rajesh Nambiar (Nasscom) highlighted how technology is revolutionizing banking, with the biggest challenge being selecting the right tech to scale legacy institutions.  
• Synthetic Biology & Sustainability: Dr. Stephen Wallace (University of Edinburgh) showcased how bio-innovations can repurpose plastic waste, transforming sustainability challenges into opportunities.  
• AI & The Future of Work: AI is reshaping SaaS, enhancing efficiency, automation, and trust in workplaces while driving business growth across industries.  
• Regulation as an Innovation Blueprint: Amba Kak (AI Now Institute) & Bernard GAVGANI (BNP Paribas) discussed AI regulation as a driver of industry transformation, with governments shaping policies beyond just compliance.  
• India’s Digital Leap: Neelkanth Mishra (Axis Bank) emphasized data and technology as key to India’s economic growth, with efficient data management unlocking its full potential.  
• Engineering the Future: Martin Wezowski (SAP) urged leaders to embrace uncertainty, drive innovation, and ensure technology serves societal needs.  
• Sri Lanka’s Digital Transformation: Dr. Hans Wijayasuriya (Chief Advisor to the President of Sri Lanka on Digital Economy) outlined Sri Lanka’s vision to expand its digital economy through strategic partnerships and a skilled workforce.