Product Talk with Malthi

In this episode, we dive deep with Naveen—ex-Flipkart leader, TED speaker, and founder of LiquidMind AI—to unpack the future of AI, startups, and product leadership in India.🔍 Highlights:How AI Agents are reshaping SaaS & enterprise opsThe evolution of India’s startup ecosystemGoogle’s comment that sparked founder debatesDeep tech + patient capital: India’s next big betMust-have skills for PMs & founders in 2025Can India catch up with China in AI?💡 Real talk from someone who's built across Flipkart, eBay, Rakuten, and now SkillAgents.ai & ModularGPT.🎧 A must-listen for PMs, founders, engineers & AI builders.#ProductTalk #AIIndia #StartupPodcast #AIagents #LiquidMindAI #DeepTech #NaveenOnAI #ProductLeadership #FlipkartMafia #SkillAgents #FutureOfWork #SaaSisDead

In this new episode, Malthi SS talks to Gregory J. Dunn, Dean of HSB, about reimagining education with:Real-world practitioners teaching studentsGlobal learning through study trips and visiting facultyAI as a strategic tool — not a shortcutCareer development designed around actual industry needsHSB isn't just offering a degree — it’s helping students and professionals become adaptive, forward-thinking leaders.If you're exploring the future of education — this one is worth your time.

AI is changing how we build dev tools — are you ready?In the latest episode of Product Talks with Malthi, host Malthi SS dives in with guest Rishab Jolly to break down:How AI is transforming developer productsThe real difference between B2C, B2B, and dev platformsHow tools like Copilot and AI agents are reshaping product workflowsWhat product managers and founders must know for the futureIf you’re in product, tech, or just curious about the next wave of innovation, this one is a must-watch.

In this episode of Product Talk with Malti, we go deep into the realities of building products in complex, regulated environments.💡 Apurva shares hard-won insights on:How technical a PM really needs to be in the AI/GenAI eraBuilding scalable, compliant workflows across global marketsWhy understanding your tech stack matters (even if you don’t code)The future of PMs as "super ICs" and cross-functional leadersResponsible AI: when not to build with GenAIThis is an unfiltered, real-world perspective for product managers, AI builders, and tech leaders alike.🔔 Don’t forget to follow the show for more deep dives into product, tech, and leadership.📩 Subscribe to the newsletter: https://malthi.substack.com📱 Follow @producttalkwithmalti on LinkedIn, Instagram, and X.

What do regulations, compliance, and trust have to do with product strategy? A lot more than you think.In this episode, product leader Apurva Shrivastava shares how regulations like KYC, AML, GDPR, and the Inform Act directly shape decisions at product and business levels — especially in multi-sided marketplaces and fintech platforms.We cover: ✅ What proactive vs. reactive compliance looks like ✅ How to leverage AI and human-in-the-loop systems for fraud detection✅ Why compliance should be treated as a strategic moat, not just a cost✅ The evolving role of product managers in regulated industries. Bringing this one of a kind workshop for product leaders and decision makers and equipping them with AI driven confidence and a strong personal brand 🔥

🚀 The Startup Acceleration Formula – Scaling with the Right Tech Strategy Startups today build in weeks what once took years—but can your tech scale as fast as your vision? In this episode of Product Talk with Malthi, I sit down with Srinivas Guni, Founder & CTO of AppOctet Technologies, to break down how startups can scale smartly while balancing speed, quality, and long-term success.🔹 IT services vs. product engineering – what’s the real difference?🔹 How to balance speed with quality and scalability🔹 Proven frameworks for scaling a business without breaking your product🔹 Shifting from feature delivery to solutions delivery🔹 Finding the right tech partner and measuring product quality🔹 Why technology is no longer just a support function—it’s a business driver🔥 If you're a founder, CXO, PM, or tech leader looking to scale without breaking your product or team—this episode is for you!💬 What tech decisions helped (or hurt) your product’s growth? Let us know in the comments!Timestamps0:00 – Introduction to Srinivas Guni & AppOctet Technologies2:10 – The evolution of India’s tech & startup ecosystem6:30 – IT services vs. product engineering – key differences12:05 – How to balance speed with quality and scalability17:45 – The role of product thinking in startup growth22:15 – How startups should choose the right tech partner28:10 – Common challenges in finding and working with tech teams33:50 – How to measure product quality & scalability38:30 – The importance of business-aligned tech decisions45:00 – Proven frameworks for scaling startups efficiently52:20 – How AI & automation are transforming startup execution58:10 – Final takeaways: How startups can build long-term successGuest Intro:Srinivas Guni is a technology leader, entrepreneur, and startup strategist with deep expertise in product engineering, scalable architectures, and tech-driven business growth. As the Founder & CTO of AppOctet Technologies, he has helped 100+ startups scale their tech platforms while ensuring quality, flexibility, and long-term success.With years of experience in startup acceleration, engineering leadership, and product development, Srinivas specializes in helping founders, PMs, and tech leaders build scalable, high-impact solutions. His expertise lies in bridging the gap between technology and business growth, ensuring that tech isn't just an enabler—but a business driver.LinkedIn:-https://www.linkedin.com/in/srinivas-guni-676a73103?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_appCompany LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/appoctet-technologies-pvt-ltd/Website:-https://www.appoctet.com/Host corner:Malthi SS, is Fractional Chief Product Officer at HerKey(formerly JobsForHer), a woman’s career engagement platform. She is a seasoned global product leader, Start-Up Mentor and Freelance Product Coach and Trainer. She has more than 2 decades of professional experience in building global software products working with PayPal, Societe Generale, Intuit, SAP and EMC catering to millions of customers.🌟 S͇u͇b͇s͇c͇r͇i͇b͇e͇ t͇o͇ t͇h͇i͇s͇ Y͇o͇u͇T͇u͇b͇e͇ C͇h͇a͇n͇n͇e͇l͇ a͇n͇d͇ s͇t͇a͇y͇ a͇h͇e͇a͇d͇ i͇n͇ y͇o͇u͇r͇ p͇r͇o͇d͇u͇c͇t͇ m͇a͇n͇a͇g͇e͇m͇e͇n͇t͇ s͇k͇i͇l͇l͇s͇: / @product-talk-with-malthi 🌟🔗Gᴇᴛ ɪɴ ᴛᴏᴜᴄʜ ᴡɪᴛʜ Mᴀʟᴛʜɪ:📧 Email: malthi.satish@gmail.com🌐 Website : www.malthiss.com🔹 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/malthis👉𝐒𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐔𝐩 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐌𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐢'𝐬 𝐧𝐞𝐰𝐬𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐨 𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐝𝐞𝐞𝐩𝐞𝐫 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: https://malthi.substack.com/

🚀 The Startup Acceleration Formula – Scaling with the Right Tech StrategyStartups today build in weeks what once took years—but can your tech scale as fast as your vision?In this episode of Product Talk with Malthi, I sit down with Srinivas Guni, Founder & CTO of AppOctet Technologies, to break down how startups can scale smartly while balancing speed, quality, and long-term success.🔹 IT services vs. product engineering – what’s the real difference?🔹 How to balance speed with quality and scalability🔹 Proven frameworks for scaling a business without breaking your product🔹 Shifting from feature delivery to solutions delivery🔹 Finding the right tech partner and measuring product quality🔹 Why technology is no longer just a support function—it’s a business driver🔥 If you're a founder, CXO, PM, or tech leader looking to scale without breaking your product or team—this episode is for you!💬 What tech decisions helped (or hurt) your product’s growth? Let us know in the comments!Timestamps0:00 – Introduction to Srinivas Guni & AppOctet Technologies2:10 – The evolution of India’s tech & startup ecosystem6:30 – IT services vs. product engineering – key differences12:05 – How to balance speed with quality and scalability17:45 – The role of product thinking in startup growth22:15 – How startups should choose the right tech partner28:10 – Common challenges in finding and working with tech teams33:50 – How to measure product quality & scalability38:30 – The importance of business-aligned tech decisions45:00 – Proven frameworks for scaling startups efficiently52:20 – How AI & automation are transforming startup execution58:10 – Final takeaways: How startups can build long-term successGuest Intro:Srinivas Guni is a technology leader, entrepreneur, and startup strategist with deep expertise in product engineering, scalable architectures, and tech-driven business growth. As the Founder & CTO of AppOctet Technologies, he has helped 100+ startups scale their tech platforms while ensuring quality, flexibility, and long-term success.With years of experience in startup acceleration, engineering leadership, and product development, Srinivas specializes in helping founders, PMs, and tech leaders build scalable, high-impact solutions. His expertise lies in bridging the gap between technology and business growth, ensuring that tech isn't just an enabler—but a business driver.LinkedIn:-https://www.linkedin.com/in/srinivas-guni-676a73103?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_appCompany LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/appoctet-technologies-pvt-ltd/Website:-https://www.appoctet.com/Host corner:Malthi SS, is Fractional Chief Product Officer at HerKey(formerly JobsForHer), a woman’s career engagement platform. She is a seasoned global product leader, Start-Up Mentor and Freelance Product Coach and Trainer. She has more than 2 decades of professional experience in building global software products working with PayPal, Societe Generale, Intuit, SAP and EMC catering to millions of customers.🌟 S͇u͇b͇s͇c͇r͇i͇b͇e͇ t͇o͇ t͇h͇i͇s͇ Y͇o͇u͇T͇u͇b͇e͇ C͇h͇a͇n͇n͇e͇l͇ a͇n͇d͇ s͇t͇a͇y͇ a͇h͇e͇a͇d͇ i͇n͇ y͇o͇u͇r͇ p͇r͇o͇d͇u͇c͇t͇ m͇a͇n͇a͇g͇e͇m͇e͇n͇t͇ s͇k͇i͇l͇l͇s͇: / @product-talk-with-malthi 🌟🔗Gᴇᴛ ɪɴ ᴛᴏᴜᴄʜ ᴡɪᴛʜ Mᴀʟᴛʜɪ:📧 Email: malthi.satish@gmail.com🌐 Website : www.malthiss.com🔹 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/malthis👉𝐒𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐔𝐩 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐌𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐢'𝐬 𝐧𝐞𝐰𝐬𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐨 𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐝𝐞𝐞𝐩𝐞𝐫 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: https://malthi.substack.com/

🌟 AI, Storytelling & Building AI-Driven Products – Featuring Manas K. Mallik 🌟How do you build AI-driven products in a world where new models emerge every few weeks? How do you balance cost, infrastructure, and user experience while ensuring your AI-powered platform remains scalable?In this episode of Product Talk with Malthi, we sit down with Manas K. Mallik, Co-Founder & CTO of ReelCraft, an AI-powered video creation platform. With 24+ years of experience in AI, speech recognition, fintech, and automation, Manas shares deep insights on:🔹 How AI is revolutionizing content creation and storytelling🔹 Evaluating AI models – which one should you use?🔹 Managing cost & infrastructure for AI-powered products🔹 Open-source vs. closed-source AI models – which is right for you?🔹 How to measure AI product success & ROI🔹 The rise of Agentic AI & Vertical AI Agents🔹 Building defensible AI products in a competitive marketTimeStamp0:00 – Introduction to Manas K. Mallik and his journey2:05 – The motivation behind building ReelCraft6:30 – How AI is democratizing storytelling11:45 – The key differences between traditional products & AI products16:20 – Evaluating which AI model to use for your product22:10 – Balancing cost & infrastructure in AI development28:05 – Open-source vs. closed-source AI models – making the right choice33:40 – The future of Agentic AI & Vertical AI Agents38:15 – How AI product builders should handle data privacy & content ownership44:20 – The challenges of keeping up with rapid AI advancements50:30 – How to build a defensible AI product in a competitive market57:10 – Manas’ favorite AI product of all timeGuest Corner:Manas K. Mallik is a technology leader, entrepreneur, and AI innovator with over 24 years of experience in AI, speech recognition, digital signal processing, fintech, and automation. As the Co-Founder & CTO of ReelCraft, he has built an AI-powered video creation platform that democratizes storytelling, making it accessible to creators, marketers, and businesses.Manas has played a pivotal role in advancing AI-driven automation, speech synthesis, and fintech solutions. His extensive experience includes leading AI innovation at TartanHQ, CRED, UltraCash, and Ubona Technologies, where he developed groundbreaking solutions in voice processing, income verification, and mobile payments.With a patent in data transfer for cashless transactions and a National Technology Award for developing India’s first Text-to-Speech system, Manas continues to push the boundaries of AI-powered automation and storytellingLinkedIn:-https://www.linkedin.com/in/manaskmallik/Host corner:Malthi SS, is Fractional Chief Product Officer at HerKey(formerly JobsForHer), a woman’s career engagement platform. She is a seasoned global product leader, Start-Up Mentor and Freelance Product Coach and Trainer. She has more than 2 decades of professional experience in building global software products working with PayPal, Societe Generale, Intuit, SAP and EMC catering to millions of customers.🌟 S͇u͇b͇s͇c͇r͇i͇b͇e͇ t͇o͇ t͇h͇i͇s͇ Y͇o͇u͇T͇u͇b͇e͇ C͇h͇a͇n͇n͇e͇l͇ a͇n͇d͇ s͇t͇a͇y͇ a͇h͇e͇a͇d͇ i͇n͇ y͇o͇u͇r͇ p͇r͇o͇d͇u͇c͇t͇ m͇a͇n͇a͇g͇e͇m͇e͇n͇t͇ s͇k͇i͇l͇l͇s͇: / @product-talk-with-malthi 🌟🔗Gᴇᴛ ɪɴ ᴛᴏᴜᴄʜ ᴡɪᴛʜ Mᴀʟᴛʜɪ:📧 Email: malthi.satish@gmail.com🌐 Website : www.malthiss.com🔹 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/malthis👉𝐒𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐔𝐩 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐌𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐢'𝐬 𝐧𝐞𝐰𝐬𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐨 𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐝𝐞𝐞𝐩𝐞𝐫 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: https://malthi.substack.com/

Manas K. Mallik, Co-Founder & CTO of ReelCraft, shares his insights from over 24 years in AI. He discusses how AI is reshaping content creation and storytelling, the importance of choosing the right AI models, and balancing cost with user experience. Mallik highlights the differences between traditional and AI products, and explores the implications of open-source vs. closed-source models. He also delves into the future of Agentic AI, ethical concerns in AI usage, and the evolving landscape of generative AI.

🌟 AI, Product Management & the Future of AI Agents – Featuring Vellanki Sriharsha 🌟In this episode of Product Talk with Malthi, we explore how AI is reshaping product management, SaaS, and emerging technologies. With AI agents, automation, and vertical AI becoming mainstream, the role of a product manager is evolving faster than ever.Our guest, Vellanki Sriharsha, brings deep expertise in AI, product strategy, and emerging technologies. With vast experience in building AI-powered solutions across multiple domains, he shares insights on:🔹 How technical should a product manager be in the AI era?🔹 AI agents – Will they redefine how we work?🔹 Top myths about AI – What’s real and what’s just hype?🔹 The role of vertical AI in SaaS – A game-changer?🔹 Should India build its own foundational AI model?If you would like to be part of this podcast, then please fill this formhttps://forms.gle/wGMz53zMW9o6WQcy8IMP Links1.⁠ ⁠Moonshots & Mindsets by Peter Diamandis (Peter is one of the most inspiring individuals of our age, he brings in great guests from across the world and industries, and you will get to learn about Mindsets, AI, Bitcoin, Emerging Tech etc.) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lY8Ja00PCQM&list=PL1wpF5k0tdIve4idTp3-FX2ZY7ks_BKeU2.⁠ ⁠Daily AI newsletter by Joe Stolte (be up to date with All things in the AI space) - https://subscribe.daily.ai?utm_source=newsletter_share3.⁠ ⁠Rundown AI - https://www.therundown.ai/subscribe?_bhlid=27d7b5f971e40d42caf0eaffdfd75991da7fbadd&utm_campaign=openai-reveals-chatgpt-agent-for-deep-research&utm_medium=newsletter&utm_source=www.therundown.aiWant to delve deeper into AI?Check the below ones - Practical AI - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCzseuA9sYrcexvnQe51oQGGn6Tgwz6QkNo Priors - https://www.youtube.com/@NoPriorsPodcast- https://agent.ai/agent/dwl2i3rwismlwsmfGuest Corner:Vellanki Sriharsha is a seasoned AI and product strategy leader, bringing extensive expertise in AI-driven innovation, SaaS, and product management. With a strong technical background, he has played a pivotal role in bridging the gap between AI research and real-world applications, enabling companies to leverage AI for scalable, data-driven decision-making.With a keen eye on emerging AI trends, Sriharsha has been at the forefront of integrating AI agents, automation, and cutting-edge tools into modern product development. His insights are invaluable for PMs navigating the AI era, helping them adapt, evolve, and stay ahead in a rapidly changing landscapeLinkedIn:-https://www.linkedin.com/in/vellankisriharsha?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_appHost corner:Malthi SS, is CEO & Founder of SparkProd Consulting - a boutique product consulting firm. She is a seasoned global product leader, Start-Up Mentor and Freelance Product Coach and Trainer. She has more than 2 decades of professional experience in building global software products working with PayPal, Societe Generale, Intuit, SAP and EMC catering to millions of customers.🌟 S͇u͇b͇s͇c͇r͇i͇b͇e͇ t͇o͇ t͇h͇i͇s͇ Y͇o͇u͇T͇u͇b͇e͇ C͇h͇a͇n͇n͇e͇l͇ a͇n͇d͇ s͇t͇a͇y͇ a͇h͇e͇a͇d͇ i͇n͇ y͇o͇u͇r͇ p͇r͇o͇d͇u͇c͇t͇ m͇a͇n͇a͇g͇e͇m͇e͇n͇t͇ s͇k͇i͇l͇l͇s͇: https://www.youtube.com/@product-talk-with-malthi 🌟🔗Gᴇᴛ ɪɴ ᴛᴏᴜᴄʜ ᴡɪᴛʜ Mᴀʟᴛʜɪ:📧 Email: malthi.satish@gmail.com🌐 Website : www.malthiss.com🔹 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/malthis👉𝐒𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐔𝐩 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐌𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐢'𝐬 𝐧𝐞𝐰𝐬𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐨 𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐝𝐞𝐞𝐩𝐞𝐫 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: https://malthi.substack.com/