AI in the boardroom: From experimentation to governance imperative

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This article was first published on The Economic Times CISO.com on June 18 2026. Please click here to read the article.

Artificial intelligence is rapidly becoming central to how Indian companies create value, compete, and manage risk, shifting board responsibilities from passive oversight to active, forward-looking stewardship. As firms scale from pilots to enterprise adoption, boards must navigate a landscape defined by speed, uncertainty, and structural change – without managing AI directly.

In India’s context – marked by strong digital infrastructure, a dynamic startup ecosystem, and sector-wide transformation – AI presents both a significant growth opportunity and a governance test. Boards are therefore critical in balancing innovation with risk, and short-term gains with long-term resilience.

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