CRED Founder Kunal Shah On AI's Growing Influence: ‘Those Who Stay In Denial…’
Amid the ongoing debate over AI’s rise, Kunal Shah, the founder of CRED, said that experts must become “AI natives” to stay relevant.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has now become a big part of daily life. From phone assistants answering questions to apps suggesting movies and products, it’s omnipresent. Many industries also use AI to improve efficiency, automate tasks and make better decisions.
But with its rise, there is also a big worry – what will happen to jobs? Many fear that AI might replace human workers, especially in tasks that can be automated.
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Kunal Shah, the founder of CRED, recently shared his thoughts on X (formerly Twitter). He said that experts must become “AI natives" to stay relevant. According to him, those who ignore AI “will be left behind."
“Every expert has to become AI native to remain relevant, irrespective of their domain. Those who stay in denial will be left behind," he wrote.
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Every expert has to become AI native to remain relevant, irrespective of their domain. Those who stay in denial will be left behind.
— Kunal Shah (@kunalb11) March 7, 2025
Since being posted online, Shah’s post gained significant attention online. In the comment section, many social media users agreed with Shah’s perspective on AI’s growing role.
One user wrote, “Mastery without AI is like driving without GPS—possible, but unnecessarily slow and inefficient."
Another added, “Absolutely. Look at domains like healthcare or design—startups combining AI are redefining standards. Staying ahead means embracing the shift, not resisting it."
“Adaptation is not a choice but a rhythm of survival. The world moves forward with or without permission—those who embrace change will shape the future, while those who resist will watch it pass them by," a person shared.
“Adapt or fade into irrelevance—AI isn’t replacing experts; it’s amplifying those who embrace it. The real threat is denial," someone said.
“That’s the reality. Experts who integrate AI into their workflows will gain an edge, while those who resist it will find themselves struggling to keep up," another comment read.
Meanwhile, one user raised a concern, writing, “But if all use AI, then what would be the difference- that humans create. AI is indispensable but where are we headed- erasing our identity?"
Another shared, “Adaptation is key, but human expertise will always be invaluable."
An individual joked, “It’s true, but let’s be real, if my toaster becomes self-aware, I’m out. I can barely program my remote, so I hope AI has a sense of humour."
Shah’s warning came months after India’s economic survey 2025 said that AI presented both “unprecedented opportunities" and “significant challenges." It added that India was more vulnerable to job displacement due to its large workforce and poor salaries. The survey also suggested the corporate sector stay more sensitive and responsible with AI’s use.
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