Nvidia, Reliance partners to develop AI apps for India

BENGALURU (Reuters) – U.S. chipmaker Nvidia and oil-to-telecoms conglomerate Reliance Industries have announced a partnership to develop artificial intelligence (AI) applications in India.

The collaboration aims to leverage Nvidia’s expertise in AI technology and Reliance Industries’ presence across various sectors, including oil, telecommunications, and retail, to create innovative solutions that can be implemented in the Indian market.

India, with its vast population and growing technology sector, is viewed as a promising market for AI applications. The partnership between Nvidia and Reliance Industries demonstrates their commitment to tapping into this potential and advancing AI development in the country.

Specific details about the collaboration have not been disclosed. However, it is expected that the two companies will work together to develop AI-based applications that can improve processes and enhance customer experiences across industries such as healthcare, agriculture, and finance.

Nvidia is a leading player in the global semiconductor industry, known for its high-performance graphics processing units (GPUs) that are widely used in gaming, professional visualization, and AI applications. Reliance Industries, on the other hand, is one of India’s largest conglomerates, with interests in various sectors, including energy, petrochemicals, telecommunications, and retail.

The partnership between Nvidia and Reliance Industries adds to the growing list of collaborations between technology companies and traditional businesses looking to leverage AI and other emerging technologies to stay competitive and drive innovation. Companies in sectors such as healthcare, finance, and manufacturing are increasingly exploring AI applications to improve efficiency, automate processes, and deliver enhanced products and services.

With the advancement of AI technology and the increasing availability of data, the potential for AI applications in India is vast. By working together, Nvidia and Reliance Industries aim to harness this potential and accelerate the development and adoption of AI solutions in the country.

This partnership reflects the broader trend of technology companies forging strategic alliances with established players in traditional industries to create mutually beneficial partnerships and drive technological advancements.

As the demand for AI applications continues to grow, collaborations like the one between Nvidia and Reliance Industries are expected to play a crucial role in shaping the future of AI in India and globally.

Further details about the collaboration and the specific AI applications being developed by Nvidia and Reliance Industries are expected to be announced in the future.

(Reporting by Munsif Vengattil in Bengaluru; Editing by Hugh Lawson)