Dr. Krishna shared thought-provoking perspectives on how emerging technologies are reshaping leadership models and redefining the future of public administration as well as corporate strategy. This engaging dialogue encouraged participants to reflect on what it means to lead in an era of disruption and exponential change.

It also recommended to IFSCA that the eligibility criteria should not exclude independent innovators or early-stage teams, and the prescribed list of eligible activities should be replaced by a functional test tied to IFSCA’s remit. Other recommendations included replacing rigid requirements, such as mandatory testing partners and a single extension limit, with a more flexible risk-based approach.  The submission to IFSCA emphasised that monitoring should rely on standardized reporting templates and, where necessary, independent verification. The work reflects Centre’s continued commitment to contribute and engage with public institutions through cutting edge research and build a dialogue between policymakers and academic institutions so that regulatory frameworks maybe continually evolved in line with public interest.

Drawing on his expertise in corporate law, antitrust and technology law, Professor Chauhan explored how digitalization and the dominance of Big Tech is reshaping the contours of competition law in India and beyond.