Kant also stressed the power of AI to democratise communication. He cited the real-time translation of the Union Budget speech into 18 languages as an example of how AI can break linguistic barriers and deepen inclusion. Regional dialects, tier-two and tier-three cities, and rural audiences, he suggested, represent the next frontier for brands armed with intelligent localisation tools.
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Amitabh Kant: AI Amplifies Creativity, But Can't Replace CMO's Soul

  • Amitabh Kant, former G20 Sherpa, states AI enhances creativity but cannot substitute the human element in brand-building.
  • He emphasized differentiation and unique experiences as core to enduring brands, citing 'God's Own Country' and 'Incredible India' campaigns.
  • Kant highlighted AI as a productivity engine transforming marketing with real-time data, predictive insights, and hyper-personalization.
  • He noted India's vast digital data feeds global AI models, urging the nation to build its own LLMs for cultural sovereignty.
  • Kant cautioned against letting algorithms erode brand soul, stressing that great campaigns require human wisdom and cannot be fully AI-generated.

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