Narayana Murthy and Aditya Puri Advise Caution on AI Hype and Emphasize Business Fundamentals

In a joint interview at IIM Bengaluru, Infosys founder N. R. Narayana Murthy and former HDFC Bank CEO Aditya Puri addressed the current discourse on artificial intelligence, cautioning against excessive hype and exaggerated fears of widespread job losses. They emphasized that AI will evolve roles rather than replace them entirely, urging professionals to adopt these technologies to enhance productivity. They also discussed foundational business principles, highlighting the importance of clear purpose, culture, and profitability for sustainable enterprise growth.