Creative Community of Goa (CCG), in collaboration with the Association of Designers of India (ADI), Goa Chapter, hosted the 10th edition of the First Friday meetup at the IT Hub, Altinho. Supported by the Startup & IT Promotion Cell, Department of IT, and Electronics and Communications, Government of Goa, the event aims to bring together designers, technologists, and entrepreneurs to share ideas and drive innovation.
The event featured a presentation on “Product Design in Goa” by Reboni Saha, Industrial Designer and Co-founder of Mozaic. Sharing her experience, she stated, “Goa, known for its heritage and culture, has also become a space for product design and innovation.” Having worked in Goa since 1994, she has contributed to industrial design through projects in packaging, transport, and collaborations with local artisans and engineers. The talk highlighted how design is centered around people and how the growth of manufacturing in Goa creates new opportunities for practical and relevant product development.
Ashok Hegde, Technology Consultant, delivered a talk on “Technology and AI in the Creative Field,” addressing AI’s role in digital art and literature, its impact on authenticity and ownership, and ethical concerns. The session covered tools for detecting AI-generated work and methods such as copyright registration and blockchain authentication to safeguard creative content. He also discussed AI’s role in supporting artistic and literary work, along with the challenges it brings.
D. S. Prashant, CEO of Startup & IT Promotion Cell, Government of Goa, shared his thoughts on the evolving ecosystem, stating: “Goa’s Startup & IT ecosystem is rapidly expanding, fueled by innovation, policy support, and a thriving creative community. The upcoming Design Village at the Electronics Manufacturing Cluster (EMC) in Tuem will be a game-changer—bringing together technology, design, and manufacturing to drive Goa’s future as a hub for creativity and entrepreneurship. Under the vision of Minister for Tourism; IT, Electronics & Communications and Printing & Stationery Rohan A. Khaunte, Goa is shaping a dynamic ecosystem where startups, IT leaders, and designers collaborate to build tomorrow’s solutions.”
