“Gaming technology has multiplier effect on diverse sectors”: Mr. Dilsher Singh Malhi, Founder & CEO, Zupee at India Internet Governance Forum (IIGF) 2024
“Online gaming can potentially feed into the indigenous metaverse for which favorable conditions are emerging”
“Government’s support with a principles-based rather than a prescriptive approach towards regulation has enabled start-ups to innovate responsibly.”
“With the Bharat 6G vision, the semiconductor mission, and the AI mission, startups are positioning India for an exponential economic growth.” Mr. Dilsher Singh Malhi, Founder & CEO, Zupee, said in his address to the august gathering of the India Internet Governance Forum (IIGF) 2024.
Emphasizing about the Government support to the digital infrastructure in the country, Dilsher said, “Government’s support and a principles-based rather than a prescriptive approach towards regulation has enabled startups to innovate responsibly.”
“Tech-driven innovation by start-ups has the potential to transform other sectors.” Dilsher said elaborating upon the role of start-ups and the importance of gamification and development of the gaming industry for various sectors. “Startups are already redefining how we experience education, healthcare, travel, and even entertainment. Gamification of processes to solve real world problems is an exciting idea which we call as vitamins. Perhaps we are on the path of moving from painkillers towards more invigorating vitamins, and towards measuring prosperity not just by GDP but by GWQ i.e. Gross Wellness Quotient.”
Mr. Dilsher Singh Malhi was sharing his perspective at the inaugural ceremony of the prestigious multistakeholder platform IIGF 2024, which was graced by Shri Jitin Prasada, Hon’ble Minister of State for Commerce & Industry & Electronics and Information Technology, Government of India; Shri Sushil Pal, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology, Govt. of India; Shri. S Krishnan, Secretary, Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology, Government of India; along with various dignitaries from think tanks, industry body, the industry, and academic institutions.
Explaining the impact of gaming technologies in diverse sectors, Dilsher explained, “There are several other examples of the multiplier effect that gaming tech has on enhancing education, financial services, cybersecurity etc. Advanced game engine technology is being used by surgeons to train for surgeries virtually. Advancements in AI and blockchain technologies are being driven by the need for making gaming platforms more engaging, secure, and transparent. Ultimately, such spill-over effects stimulate skill development, tech advancement and overall economic growth.”
Sharing about the power of online gaming, Dilsher said, “Online gaming can potentially feed into the indigenous metaverse for which favorable conditions are emerging like local electronic manufacturing, AI advancements, around a billion smart phones with high processing power. This combination can provide an edge in global competitiveness in this space.”
Referring to Dilsher and Zupee, Mr. Shivnath Thukral, Vice President, Public Policy, Meta India, observed how the West is afraid of AI for job losses, whereas there’s excitement in India for the new opportunities it will create with respect of jobs and beyond. Dilsher’s Zupee employs over 400 people and has been building AI-backed tech-led products, hosting around 100 million gamers on our platform.
Sharing about the contribution of Zupee to the society and the digital economy, Dilsher said, “We, at Zupee, are redefining the intersection of technology and Indian culture – by bringing India’s traditions to be experienced in the form of virtual games that build real-world skills such as strategic thinking, resilience, and digital fluency.”
Organized with the theme “Innovating Internet Governance for India” IIGF 2024 was hosted at Bharat Mandapam Convention Centre in New Delhi. In the inaugural session of the 4th chapter there were keen deliberations on various topics, including India’s digital leadership in shaping global benchmarks with UPI, DPI, and AI innovation; inclusive digital growth, governance, open-source standards, and bridging the digital divide.
