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The Future of AI in India: A Visionary Conversation between Jensen Huang & Mukesh Ambani at NVIDIA AI Summit 2024 In an inspiring conversation at the #NVIDIAAISummit2024, two visionary leaders, Jensen Huang (CEO of NVIDIA) and Mukesh Ambani (CMD of Reliance Industries), discussed the monumental role that artificial intelligence (AI) will play in shaping the future of India. Key Talks: 1. India’s Potential as a Global AI Hub Mukesh Ambani highlighted India’s demographic advantage, with its large, youthful population and growing technological capabilities. Both leaders agreed that India is uniquely positioned to lead in AI innovation, driven by a talented workforce, entrepreneurial spirit, and strong leadership. 2. Building AI Infrastructure The collaboration between NVIDIA and Reliance focuses on developing AI infrastructure across India. With India’s vast data potential, the emphasis is on creating indigenous AI solutions. As Mukesh Ambani put it, “We should produce AI rather than import it,” a vision that aligns with India’s broader goal of enhancing self-reliance in cutting-edge technologies. 3. Democratizing AI for All Both leaders stressed the importance of making AI accessible to everyone. AI’s potential to enhance prosperity and reduce inequality was a major theme. Ambani shared how Reliance is committed to empowering every citizen with AI tools, bringing intelligence to all corners of the country and ensuring no one is left behind in the AI revolution. 4. Green Power & Sustainable Infrastructure Mukesh Ambani also emphasized Reliance’s commitment to sustainability. The infrastructure being built for AI will be powered by green energy, aligning with India's goals for a sustainable future while scaling digital capabilities. 5. The Role of Open Source AI Both leaders acknowledged the importance of open-source AI platforms like Llama 3, enabling global participation in AI development. This reflects a commitment to inclusivity, ensuring that AI technology is not just reserved for the tech elite but is available for all. A New Dawn for India’s AI Journey This collaboration represents a critical step in making India a leader in AI, with immense potential to uplift industries and individuals. As AI continues to evolve, India stands at the cusp of an AI-powered transformation. How do you see these collaborations shaping the next decade? #AI #Innovation #India #NVIDIA #Reliance #FutureOfTechnology #AIinIndia #Sustainability #DigitalTransformation .

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We are excited to back Morphing Machines. As Dr. Ranjani, CTO and co-founder says: “For the first time in India and globally, we have a processor that is truly runtime reconfigurable, catering to emerging workloads.” While Nvidia’s growth and high valuation are driven by robust demand for “infra-compute” in high-performance GPUs, spurred by Gen AI, there is a distinct need for innovative solutions tailored to a new wave of reactive applications. Enter Morphing Machines. It addresses this demand with its unique product designed for next-gen telecom, autonomous vehicles, collaborative robots, avionics, and online data analytics. This product is specifically engineered to handle heterogeneous workloads and diverse tasks with varying performance demands simultaneously, ensuring a high level of scalability. As we move from an institutionally-backed research team at IISC to productization, Golden Sparrow is collaborating with Speciale Invest and others to support Deepak Shapeti, who joined as CEO three years ago after earning his Masters at Stanford. He brings not only technical expertise but also the business acumen necessary to guide the product to commercial success. Venkat Raju Afreed Faizan Anand Rao Ritik Singh Michael Marmor

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On stage at #Huddle2024 is Jyothis Indirabhai of Netrasemi - the #EdgeAI chip maker. His session is about the evolution of Edge AI and how On-Device processing in #IoT industry is being exponentially improved by increasing effeciancy and reducing cost. Netrasemi is India’s first Edge AI chip maker, and is a promising #startup from #Trivandrum, #Kerala. Good to see such cutting edge technology solution creators in #Kerala.

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The 7th workshop on Neural Scaling Laws is about to start: https://lnkd.in/gQSB5k8v Scaling laws, emergency, alignment, transfer learning, with a focused track on multilingual models. Looking forward to kick it off with Irina Rish and discuss all these topics with Yuhai Tu, Paul Bogdan, Hailey Schoelkopf, Darshil Doshi, Rio Yokota, Neha Sengupta, Preslav Nakov, Tatiana Shavrina, PhD, Yishi Xu. Join in person or virtually! #icml2024 #ai

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Check-out Kinnami's new blog "It's About the Data , not Just Devices - Resilient Data for Self-Driving Vehicles (and Other Autonomous Systems)". Self-driving cars make the headlines, however many autonomous systems at the computing edge face the same resiliency challenges. Kinnami AmiShare addresses the three pillars of data resiliency—data protection, security and availability. Our AI-driven policy engine provides centralized oversight for managing data resilience in complex distributed and autonomous systems, including self-driving cars, which need to operate at all times. #ResilientDataEverywhere https://lnkd.in/g_FtJdgv

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India’s semiconductor surge: Top 10 startups to watch

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2025: The Big Shift in Electronics Manufacturing – Vertical AI Agents! For decades, software and hardware evolved on parallel tracks, with occasional intersections hinting at their potential synergy. The past few decades saw tremendous growth in software, while hardware often played catch-up. But today, the convergence is real - and AI is the catalyst. I’ve had the unique experience of working at this intersection throughout my career: from interning at Siemens to projects with NEC Corporation, to years in electronics manufacturing, and building a Mobile API Platform that supported numerous manufacturers. This journey has always been about bridging these two worlds. Now, with Vertical AI Agents, the long-awaited unification of software and hardware is here. These specialized agentic systems are transforming industries, with electronics at the forefront. Unlike generic AI solutions, Vertical AI Agents tackle complex, industry-specific challenges, dramatically slashing design cycles, cutting costs, and enabling innovation at a pace we’ve never seen before. MATURING FRAMEWORKS & THE NEW HARDWARE ECONOMY This convergence is also reigniting interest in hardware as the physical and digital worlds seamlessly blend. It’s inspiring to see industry leaders recognize this shift: Jensen Huang highlighted it during his CES keynote. Erin Price-Wright explored “The New Hardware Economy” in her thought-provoking video. At Wizerr AI, we share this vision and are passionately working at this intersection to enable the next wave of transformation in electronics. By leveraging Agentic AI, we’re helping companies innovate faster, optimize component selection, costs, and rethink supply chains to shape the future of hardware and electronics. This isn’t just evolution - it’s a revolution. The convergence of software, hardware, and AI is unlocking possibilities we once only imagined. Let’s make 2025 the year we shape the future of electronics together. Follow us here to explore how Wizerr AI is driving this transformation. #AI #VerticalAI #HardwareInnovation #Electronics #AgenticAI

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How will AI impact and enable the semiconductor industry and what jobs exist in semiconductor industry ? Listen to this brief chat with Data &AI expert Lekhana Reddy on salaries and more.. Where do you see AI impacting the semiconductor industry...would love to hear your thoughts below 👇🏾 https://lnkd.in/gb7rhvFH #semiconductorindustry #semiconductorsalaries #data hashtag #ai hashtag #genai

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Mastering Inference: The Essential Compute Layer Explained Explore the significance of inference in computing and its pivotal role in human-like interaction. Learn how trained models process queries to deliver impactful solutions, enhancing machine understanding and responsiveness in this insightful discussion with Dinesh. #MachineLearning #Inference #AIUnderstanding #ComputingLayers #LanguageModels #TechInsights #AITraining #DigitalIntelligence #HumanlikeResponses #DataProcessing

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Specifically, in India, GenAI patent families are notably concentrated in applications related to networks and smart cities, indicating a strategic alignment of GenAI innovations with urban infrastructure and connectivity advancements. It underscores India's proactive approach to leveraging GenAI to address critical societal and technological challenges, particularly in enhancing urban environments and connectivity frameworks.

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New piece on autonomous vehicles: Why Waymo matched Lyft's market share in SF so quickly, and what it tells us about the limits of network effects in ride-hailing. Some thoughts on whether Uber's hybrid model or Waymo's fleet ownership will win out. #Uber #driverlesscars #autonomous #Tesla

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Autonomous vehicles (AVs) are poised to reshape more than just our commutes - they may change how cities are laid out, how we spend our time, and how industries adapt. We often see videos of AVs navigating busy San Francisco streets - a glimpse of what's to come. Yet as with all transformative innovations, the benefits and the hurdles both deserve attention. Lifestyle Impact - Greater Accessibility: Elderly or differently-abled individuals gain new mobility options, offering independence that was once out of reach. - Productive Travel Time: Without the need to concentrate on driving, passengers can reclaim commute hours for working, reading, or simply unwinding. - Reduced Frustration: No more worrying about stop-and-go traffic, directions, or parking - a relief for many urban dwellers. - Fewer Accidents: Human error causes a substantial share of crashes. AVs, in theory, could drastically lower this statistic (also some of the early data from Waymo AVs support this). - Urban Transformation: With less emphasis on large parking lots, city planners might reclaim land for green spaces, housing, or community projects. Economic Shifts - Changing Job Landscape: While roles like truck driving or taxi services may shrink, new positions in AV tech development, fleet maintenance, and data management could emerge. - Potential Cost Savings: Fewer accidents mean fewer insurance claims, and shared AV fleets could reduce the overall cost of transportation for individuals. - Rise of Shared Mobility: Car ownership models might evolve, reducing the total number of vehicles on the road. - New Business Opportunities: Think in-car entertainment subscriptions or pay-per-use transport services - AVs open the door to countless fresh revenue streams. - Infrastructure Reboot: Roads, traffic signals, and public spaces may be reimagined to cater to driverless systems and optimize traffic flow. Challenges & Considerations - Employment Concerns: Professional drivers could face job displacement, calling for reskilling and support programs. - Privacy Issues: AVs generate and transmit vast amounts of data - how it’s stored and who has access can raise legitimate concerns. - System Vulnerabilities: As with any connected tech, AVs could be susceptible to hacking or software faults. Ensuring security and reliability is paramount. The introduction of fully autonomous vehicles promises substantial benefits - both economic and personal - yet we should address the social and ethical questions that arise. How do we support workers in transition? What safeguards will protect our data? Answering these questions will be key to ensuring AV technology improves quality of life for everyone. Where do you land on this debate? do the risks outweigh the rewards? #innovation #technology #future #management #startups

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Good quick summary of why Silicon valley works by Sudhir Kadam . See full 1 hr YouTube video link at the bottom. Thanks Sudhir for sharing the article link that I had otherwise missed in my feed. #innovation #innovation #startup #entrepreneur #markets

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An IEEE SA whitepaper authored by ADWG members have been published. -Simulation, Testing, Verification, and Validation (STV2) of Autonomous Driving. It can be downloaded at https://lnkd.in/gvVsF5P3.

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✅ Automotive IoT Market Size, Share and Industry Growth Analysis Report  Download PDF Brochure @ https://lnkd.in/fEaeE55 The #automotiveIoT market is projected to grow from USD 131.2 billion in 2023 to reach USD 322.0 billion by 2028; it is expected to grow at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 19.7% from 2023 to 2028. The growth of the automotive IoT market is driven by the increasing number of regulations mandating advanced features in #vehicles for enhanced user comfort, safety, and convenience coupled with growing use of telematics and user-based insurance programs are the major factors driving growth of the automotive IoT market. Automotive IoT Market Dynamics : Drivers: Rising adoption of electric and hybrid vehicles to reduce CO2 emissions Motor vehicles not running on fossil fuels, such as electric vehicles, hybrid electric vehicles, and solar-powered vehicles, are the primary choice for alternate technologies of powering engines that do not involve petroleum. The increasing use of electric and hybrid vehicles will help consumers reduce fuel costs, minimize air pollution due to the reduction in greenhouse gases (GHGs), improve air quality in urban areas, and reduce dependence on fossil fuels. Opportunity: Integration of predictive maintenance platform with vehicles Predictive maintenance (PdM) is one of the key growth areas for the automotive IoT market. It helps in lowering the operating and capital costs by facilitating proactive servicing and repair of assets while allowing more efficient use of maintenance personnel and replacement components. PdM enables companies to accurately diagnose and prevent failures in real-time, which is vital in critical infrastructure applications. The in-vehicle-communication segment accounted for the largest share of the overall automotive IoT market, in terms of value, in 2022. Microcontrollers to account for the largest share of the automotive IoT market for hardware segment during the forecast period FPGAs is expected to witness highest market growth for the automotive IoT market for semiconductor components hardware segment. China, Japan, South Korea, and India are the major contributors to the market in the Asia Pacific region. Major vendors in the automotive IoT Companies include NXP Semiconductors (Netherlands), Harman (US), Robert Bosch (Germany), Thales (France), TomTom International (Netherlands), IBM (US), Geotab Inc. (Canada), Texas Instruments (US), Intel Corporation Corp. (US), Eurotech (Italy), STMicroelectronics (Switzerland), Renesas Electronics , Infineon Technologies (Germany). Apart from this, Airbiquity (US), Qualcomm (US), Visteon (US), Vodafone Group (UK), Microsoft (US), Alphabet Inc. (US), AT&T (US), CloudMade (UK), Sierra Wireless (Canada)  #IoT #Automobile #Automotive #Technews

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Indian customers are increasingly expecting more from their devices and themselves, including continuous productivity tracking and faster charging options for a seamless and optimal lifestyle. This shift is creating a significant opportunity for the GaN charging industry in India, which was previously limited to China, Taiwan and Western countries. This demand is driven by the growing adoption of smartphones, laptops, tablets, and wearables. Let’s look at the policy landscape ⤵️ The European Commission's directive to unbundle chargers from smartphones has created a ripple effect across the globe. This move, coupled with the standardization of charging technologies, is shaping policies and creating a favorable opportunity for the rise of GaN chargers. Now, let’s understand the ecosystem: 👉 What are the driving factors? → GaN chargers offer superior power density, efficiency, and thermal performance compared to traditional silicon-based chargers. → Advanced algorithms enable features like auto-detect, optimized power distribution, and multi-device charging. → Manufacturing GaN chargers in India can help control costs, ensure quality, and cater to specific market needs. → Government initiatives and policies are promoting local manufacturing and innovation in the electronics sector. 👉 What are some pertinent challenges? → The industry may still rely on imported PCBA, creating potential supply chain vulnerabilities. → Consumer awareness about the benefits of GaN chargers may still be limited, requiring educational efforts. → Building a skilled workforce for the design and manufacturing of compact and reliable GaN chargers requires investment in training and development. 👉 Looming threats to new entrants to the industry: → The GaN charger market is competitive, with established players and new entrants from China and other countries. → Price remains a key factor in the Indian market, making it challenging to compete with low-cost imports. → The influx of low-quality imported chargers contributes to e-waste, posing environmental challenges. 👉 Having all said and done, this industry is teeming with opportunities: → India has one of the world's highest per capita ownership of personal electronics, creating a huge demand for charging solutions. → The shift towards USB-C charging ports in smartphones and laptops simplifies charging and expands the market for compatible chargers. → Adopting universal fast charging protocols ensures wider compatibility and interoperability between devices and chargers. → The trend of selling smartphones without chargers creates a significant opportunity for third-party charger providers. Growing hardware startups like MOKKOMOTTO can capitalize on this opportunity and contribute to the future of power solutions by understanding the market dynamics, embracing innovation, and building a strong ecosystem. #GaN #charging #technology #makeinindia #innovation #electronics #mokkomotto

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Tesla in talks with SK hynix for $725 mn #eSSD order #SKHynix is the industry’s only supplier of the largest 60TB eSSDs, and its eSSD sales jumped 430% on-year in Q3 🤯 #Tesla Inc. is in talks with SK hynix Inc. at the US #electricvehicle giant’s request for a possible 1 trillion won ($725 million) order of enterprise solid-state drives (#eSSDs), a core component of #AI #chips alongside high-bandwidth memory (#HBM) chips, confirmed #chip industry sources on last Thursday. Enterprise #SSD, or eSSD, is a #datastorage device for #servers, and #NANDflash is the main component of an eSSD, which also includes dynamic random access memory (#DRAM) chips and a controller. According to Solidigm, SK Hynix’s #NAND #flash #memory developing subsidiary, eSSD can save electricity costs to one-fifth for five years compared to #HDDs, with a 46% reduction in total cost. Thanks to Jeong-Soo Hwang, Chae-Yeon Kim , Eui-Myung Park and The Korea Economic Daily for the full article with more background and insights via the link below 🙏💡👇 https://lnkd.in/dYHhwvcw #semiconductorindustry #semiconductors #semiconductor #tech #it #chip #chips #ic #innovation #datacenter #korea #usa #datastorage #semiconductormanufacturing #hdd #ssd #cloud #ev #evs #car #cars

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**India’s Electronics Sector: A $500 Billion Growth Story by 2030** When I look at India’s electronics sector today, I see a story of transformation, ambition, and resilience. Just a few years ago, we were heavily reliant on imports for most of our electronic needs. Now, we’re on track to build a $500 billion industry by 2030. This growth isn’t just about numbers—it’s a testament to India’s evolving capabilities and determination to become a global manufacturing hub. Initiatives like *Make in India* and the *PLI schemes* have created a fertile ground for innovation and investment. We’ve seen global giants set up shop here, but equally inspiring are the homegrown startups and MSMEs making their mark. The demand for electronics is skyrocketing—smartphones, wearables, EVs, and even semiconductors. Every time I see a "Made in India" label on a device, it reminds me of the opportunities we’re creating: jobs, exports, and technological advancements that will define the next decade. #Electronics #IndiaGrowthStory #MakeInIndia #Innovation #Manufacturing #Leadership

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