"AI Chatbots Are Terrible For Learning" | Andrew Ng On AI & India's Future At NDTV World Summit 2026

Can AI make us smarter, or is it making us learn less? At a special lunch during the #NDTVWorldSummit2026, AI pioneer Andrew Ng interacted with fellow speakers and delegates, sharing his views on the impact of AI chatbots on education and learning. Citing research that found students using AI scored 17% lower on assessments, he cautioned against the indiscriminate use of AI in learning. He also highlighted India's opportunity to emerge as an AI superpower, emphasising the importance of upskilling and preparing its workforce for an AI-driven future.

Can AI make us smarter, or is it making us learn less? At a special lunch during the #NDTVWorldSummit2026, AI pioneer Andrew Ng interacted with fellow speakers and delegates, sharing his views on the impact of AI chatbots on education and learning.
Citing research that found students using AI scored 17% lower on assessments, he cautioned against the indiscriminate use of AI in learning. He also highlighted India's opportunity to emerge as an AI superpower, emphasising the importance of upskilling and preparing its workforce for an AI-driven future.