Tech major Microsoft has plans to sign a memorandum of understanding with the Karnataka government to enhance skills in Generative AI and other emerging technologies, saidย Large and Medium Industries Minister M.B. Patil on Tuesday.
The announcement followed a meeting between the Minister and a Microsoft delegation led by Mr. Puneet Chandok, President of Microsoft India & South Asia, who discussed the companyโs upcoming initiatives.
To establish Karnataka as one of Indiaโs most AI-driven States, Microsoft intends to bring in solution experts to explore how AI can be integrated into investor support processes within the Department of Commerce & Industries, the Minister said.
According to the Minister, discussions also included Microsoftโs participation in the upcoming Global Investor Meet, with a focus on collaboration with Invest Karnataka to showcase Microsoftโs innovations during the event, scheduled between February 12 and 14, 2025. Microsoft also has plans to have senior leaders attend the meet and present their latest technologies, Mr. Patil added.
