Boon or Bane: The Choice AI Leaves Us With | Sushmita Tripathi | TEDxSGNS Youth
When a small mistake at work led to an unexpected discovery, Sushmita Tripathi found herself learning how Artificial Intelligence could be both a helpful friend and a tricky tool. In this humorous and honest talk, she shares her personal experiences with AI—its power, its pitfalls, and why humans must remain in control of this double-edged sword. Sushmita Tripathi is a passionate advocate for social change, driven by simplicity, love, and kindness. Her work spans across organizations like WWF, UNICEF, and currently Khushi NGO, founded by Kapil Dev, where she leads efforts against period poverty and empowers young girls. Her advocacy also supports animal welfare and education for the visually impaired. A Top 10 Ms. India finalist, she has been recognized as the National Icon 2024, Inspirational Woman 2024, and a 50 Under 50 Powerful Personality of 2025. She recently received the National Youth Inspiration Award and was a Guest of Honor at the India Visionary Leaders Summit 2025. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx
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