AI Power Shift: Sudhir Tiku’s New Book Highlights the Rise of the Global South
At a time when Artificial intelligence is increasingly defining global economic and political trajectories, a new book by Singapore-based author and AI thought leader Sudhir Tiku brings a much-needed perspective from the Global South.
Titled, Artificial Intelligence in the Global South: Power, Policy and Progress, the book is published by renowned publishers World Scientific Singapore and explores how emerging economies are not merely passive adopters of AI technologies but active participants in shaping their evolution and governance.
While most mainstream narratives around AI continue to be dominated by developments in the United States, Europe and China, this work shifts the lens toward regions across India, Africa, and Latin America.
The book argues that Artificial intelligence is not a neutral technological force, but one that redistributes power across nations, institutions and individuals. It examines how policy frameworks, governance models, and socio-economic realities in the Global South will determine whether AI becomes a tool for inclusive growth or further entrenches existing disparities.
Drawing on cross-disciplinary insights, the author highlights key themes such as the asymmetry in AI capabilities, the role of regulation and the transformation of work and labor markets under AI-driven systems.
Speaking about the motivation behind the book, Sudhir Tiku said:
“The future of artificial intelligence will not be decided only in Silicon Valley or Beijing.It will also be shaped in New Delhi, Lagos, Jakarta, and beyond.
The Global South must move from being a consumer of AI to becoming a co-creator of its future.”
The book positions the Global South as a critical arena where the next phase of AI adoption will unfold both in scale and in societal impact. It also calls for a more balanced global discourse that recognises diverse developmental contexts rather than applying one-size-fits-all approaches.
With governments, businesses, and institutions across emerging markets accelerating their AI ambitions, the book arrives at a moment when questions of digital sovereignty, data governance and technological self-reliance are gaining urgency.
The book is expected to resonate with policymakers, business leaders, academics and anyone seeking to understand the broader implications of AI beyond the traditional centres of innovation.
About the Author
Sudhir Tiku is a Singapore-based business leader and AI thought leader with extensive experience in technology-driven transformation. His work focuses on the intersection of artificial intelligence, policy and economic development, with a particular emphasis on emerging markets.
