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Vijay Raghunathan

Co-founder at PrayingMantis.in, a tech-startup working on Digital Twins, Blockchain and AI/ML. He also advises leaders on digital technologies
Vijay Raghunathan
Residence
Bengaluru, India.
Occupation
Co-Founder at Praying Mantis
Known for
Co-founder, Advisor
Education
Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering from the National Institute of Technology in Jamshedpur, India.
Social Media
Summary

Vijay Raghunathan is a co-founder of Praying Mantis, a technology startup based in Bangalore, India, focused on emerging technologies like Digital Twins, AI, and Blockchain. Prior to co-founding Praying Mantis, Vijay spent over 18 years in the corporate sector, handling various techno-commercial portfolios in the Telecom, Fintech, and ICT sectors. He has worked with companies like Subex, Neural Technologies, and Ushacomm, leading teams at the strategic and tactical levels and collaborating with large enterprises and startups to solve challenges for customers in over 50 countries around the world.

Vijay is an alumnus of NIT Jamshedpur, and he has followed it with Executive Learning programs at IIM-Bangalore and IIM-Ahmedabad. He frequently blogs about emerging technologies and digital transformation and has published books on Digital Twins, Blockchain, and Artificial Intelligence. Vijay is also a regular speaker at leading conferences around the world on topics related to Digital Twins, Blockchain, and Future Technologies.

Biography

Vijay Raghunathan is a technology entrepreneur and business consultant, known for his expertise in emerging technologies like Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, and Digital Twin. He is the co-founder of Praying Mantis, a technology startup based in Bangalore, India, that focuses on these cutting-edge technologies.

Vijay has more than 18 years of experience in the corporate sector, working in various techno-commercial roles in the telecommunications, fintech, and ICT sectors. During his tenure, he has been associated with leading companies such as Subex, Neural Technologies, and Ushacomm, leading teams at strategic and tactical levels, and collaborating with large enterprises and startups worldwide.

Vijay completed his bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering from the National Institute of Technology Jamshedpur. He has also completed Executive Learning programs at two of India's premier management institutes, the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore and the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad.

Vijay is a prolific writer and has published books on Digital Twins, Blockchain, and Artificial Intelligence. He is also a regular speaker at leading conferences around the world, where he shares his insights on the latest technology trends and their impact on businesses. He frequently blogs on emerging technologies and digital transformation at his website, vijayraghunathan.com.

In addition to his professional pursuits, Vijay is a music enthusiast and an avid traveler. He believes in constant learning and growth, and is passionate about leveraging technology to drive business innovation and transform industries.
 

Vision

Vijay Raghunathan is passionate about emerging technologies like Digital Twins, AI, and Blockchain, and is committed to helping businesses leverage these technologies to drive digital transformation. He is also an author and a frequent speaker at leading conferences around the world, indicating a strong desire to share his knowledge and insights with others in the industry.

Recognition and Awards
Top 50 Global Thought Leaders and Influencers on Emerging Technology, issued by Thinkers360.com in April 2020. Top 50 Global Thought Leaders and Influencers on Internet of Things, issued by Thinkers360.com in February 2020. Top 50 Global Thought Leaders and Influencers on Blockchain, issued by Thinkers360 in November 2019.
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Vijay Raghunathan
Residence
Bengaluru, India.
Occupation
Co-Founder at Praying Mantis
Known for
Co-founder, Advisor
Education
Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering from the National Institute of Technology in Jamshedpur, India.
Social Media