Indian innovators are solving problems at scale, often in a frugal, resource-efficient way: Ed White, Clarivate Analytics

In an exclusive in-person conversation with Express Computer, Ed White, Head of IP and Innovation Research, Clarivate Analytics, shares his perspective on how India is rapidly emerging as a central hub in the global innovation ecosystem. With advancements in AI, biotech, clean energy, and frontier technologies, White highlights the growing role of intellectual property (IP) as both a driver and a measure of innovation across industries. From patents shaping the future of multi-agent AI systems to India’s unique position in scaling solutions for the world, he explains why the next wave of transformative ideas will likely be born at the intersection of technology, research, and global collaboration.

You’ve been working in innovation research globally. How do you see the current state of innovation worldwide?

What we’re seeing across the globe is a very dynamic environment. Innovation is shifting rapidly, driven by technology, market needs ...