Industry Innovation

 As part of the Annual Nepal AI School (ANAIS) 2025, NAAMII hosted the Scaling Innovations Dialogue in collaboration with Aadyanta Advisory, the U.S. Embassy in Nepal, and Tangible Careers. The dialogue brought together researchers, innovators, educators and industry leaders to discuss the future of AI skilling and innovation in Nepal.Key discussions focused on Nepal’s transition from AI consumption to AI creation by strengthening research capabilities, industry connections and startup pathways. Speakers also highlighted the opportunity to build an “Innovation Factory” ecosystem where ideas can be developed locally and connected to global markets.The dialogue further emphasized the need for future ready skilling models that go beyond specialized technical skills supporting researchers, builders, and adaptable leaders who can thrive in a rapidly evolving AI landscape.Supported by the U.S. Embassy in Nepal, this initiative reflects NAAMII’s commitment to fostering practice-driven conversations and strengthening institutions working toward a responsible and innovative AI ecosystem.NAAMII extends gratitude to all speakers, facilitators, partners, and Swostishree Gurukul IB World School for contributing to this important dialogue on Nepal’s AI future

 NAAMII convened a high-level leadership dialogue bringing together Chairpersons, CEOs, and IT leaders from Nepal’s banking sector alongside distinguished professors visiting Nepal for the Annual Nepal AI School (ANAIS) 2025. Together with Drucker Leadership Academy and Tangible Careers (NAAMII Incubated Startup), we hosted the Conclave on The Future of Leadership in the Post-AI World, focused on leadership readiness, workforce transformation, and governance in Nepal’s financial system.The conclave was inaugurated by Bam Bahadur Mishra, Deputy Governor of Nepal Rastra Bank, who underscored the importance of regulatory stability, financial integrity, and disciplined leadership as AI enters the banking sector. Reflections on Nepal’s evolving banking landscape and workforce readiness were shared by Prabin Raj Pokharel and Alok Khatri (co-founder Tangible Careers), highlighting the need for structured reskilling and institutional frameworks such as the AI Pyramid.From a scientific, policy, and global standards perspective, Bishesh Khanal (Research Scientist and Director) and Prof. Virginia Dignum (Speaker at ANAIS 2025) emphasized responsible AI design, transparency, and alignment with international norms while discussions by Gaurav Pandey and Adesh Khadka explored digital infrastructure and policy preparedness.Two panel discussions anchored the day. The first, Post-AI Leadership: Building Institutional Readiness Beyond the Hype, featured Satyendra Timilsina, Suman Pokharel, and François Rameau Rameau (General Co-Chair and Speaker ANAIS 2025, Adjunt Research Scientist NAAMII), emphasizing governance, risk frameworks, and leadership commitment over rushed AI adoption. The second panel, AI Ethics and Policies: Building Trust Through Responsible Innovation, moderated by Sandhya Sitoula (Board of directors NAAMII), brought perspectives from Govinda Gurung and Dr. Ashutosh Modi (General Co-Chair and Speaker ANAIS 2025), focusing on ethics, data privacy, and Nepal’s opportunity to embed responsible guardrails as a strategic late adopter.This conclave reflects NAAMII’s commitment to building national capacity at the intersection of research, policy, and practice. In 2025 alone, we have trained over 800 banking professionals, strengthening leadership and workforce readiness for an AI-enabled future grounded in responsibility, equity, and long-term impact.