Zoho co-founder Sridhar Vembu sparks AI warning: Urges caution in using AI for work, says ‘Don’t copy-paste AI text’

Sridhar Vembu, the co-founder and chief scientist of Zoho Corporation, has provided valuable insights into the evolving role of artificial intelligence (AI) in modern workplaces and business processes. He acknowledges AI’s immense potential to accelerate learning, streamline workflows, and enhance overall product and service experiences, making operations more efficient and data-driven. However, Vembu cautions that over-reliance on AI, misuse, or unmonitored implementation can reduce, or even reverse, the expected productivity gains, creating unforeseen challenges.

His perspective underscores the critical importance of responsible AI adoption, emphasising human oversight, ethical considerations, and continuous evaluation of AI systems.