New Delhi, Sept. 1 -- Daksh Gupta, the US-based entrepreneur of Indian origin who drew heavy criticism last year for endorsing a 14-hour working day, has not softened his views on long hours or hustle culture. The Greptile founder continues to argue that many Silicon Valley professionals willingly put in 12-hour shifts, six days a week.

The San Francisco Standard recently portrayed Gupta as "the poster child of AI boom's grindcore culture". In his conversation with the outlet, he suggested that the Burning Man festival no longer resonates with the younger generation, who now prefer discipline over indulgence.

"The current vibe is no drinking, no drugs, 9-9-6 [work from 9 am to 9 pm, six days a week], lift heavy, run far, marry early, tr...