Indian tech ecosystem
Microsoft Commits Record $17.5 Billion AI Investment in India: Largest Ever in Asia
Dec 09, 2025 09:41 pm CST
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella announces a historic $17.5 billion investment in India's AI infrastructure, marking the tech giant's largest commitment in Asia. Prime Minister Modi welcomes the investment that aims to build infrastructure, skills, and sovereign AI capabilities, positioning India as a frontrunner in the global AI race alongside similar investments from Google and Amazon.
Zoho's Arattai: India's Homegrown Messaging App Rises as a "Swadeshi Moment" in Technology
Oct 14, 2025 03:09 pm CST
Zoho co-founder Sridhar Vembu discusses the rise of Arattai, India's homegrown messaging app that recently topped the App Store's Social Networking category. Vembu emphasizes the importance of technological self-reliance for India, outlines Arattai's commitment to data privacy, and explains how the app differs from competitors like WhatsApp by prioritizing security without monetizing through advertisements or third-party data access.