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The right to function: Democratizing the bionic revolution

  • Date
    7 July 2026
    Timeframe
    16:15 - 16:30
    Duration
    15 minutes
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    Imagine a world where the ability to use your hands, walk steadily, and live with dignity is not reserved for the wealthy few, but available to everyone, everywhere.

    In this keynote, Pranav will spotlight the urgent need for accessible assistive technology and the gap that leaves millions without the tools to function. KalArm, India’s first and the world’s most affordable fully functional bionic hand, is making advanced prosthetics available to those who need them most. Sthira, a wearable tremor suppression device in clinical trials, restores steadiness and independence to people living with Parkinson’s. Both are built on one belief: the right to function belongs to every human being.

    The audience will be taken on a powerful journey. The session will feature an extraordinary moment: a beneficiary from a remote village in India, traveling internationally for the first time, will take the stage to demonstrate the life-changing impact of bionic technology, showcasing what “AI for Good” truly means in the real world. The session will also feature Sthira: AI that adapts to the human, not the other way around.

    This talk is not just about technology; it is about human potential, empowerment, and a future where no one is left behind.

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