Jetapult Strengthens AI Expertise: Onboards Industry Leaders, Oz Silahtar and Dr. Arjun Jain

23rd April 2025, India – Jetapult, an AI-driven gaming investment firm, has strengthened its AI suite by bringing on board two industry leadersOz Silahtar and DrArjun Jain. This move reinforces Jetapult’s ongoing efforts to integrate advanced AI capabilities across mobile game studios, with a clear focus on solving real industry challenges. These include streamlining content production through large-scale asset generation, automating UA creatives and ASO strategies in a post-IDFA world, and integrating performance and user data systems to enable smarter, faster decision-making.

Oz Silahtar, an MIT alumnus and serial AI entrepreneur, brings deep expertise in machine learning and generative AI. He previously founded Tarentum AI and UA Hero (acquired by TapNation), and was Head of EMEA at Leonardo.ai, which was acquired by Canva in 2024. At Jetapult, he will guide studios in applying global AI best practices to boost operational efficiency and content innovation.

Joining him is DrArjun Jain, a generative AI and computer vision expert with a Ph.D. from the Max-Planck Institute. He has held key roles at global tech leaders like Apple and is best known for his pioneering work on motion capture technology at Weta Digital for Steven Spielberg movies (The Adventures of Tintin). At JetapultDrJain will lead efforts in large-scale asset generation and AI-assisted content creation, streamlining production pipelines across mobile gaming studios.

Oz Silahtar, Partner, AI Platforms, Jetapult, said, “As an AI entrepreneur, I’ve always been focused on pushing the boundaries of what’s possible with machine learning and generative AI. I see Jetapult’s vision as a bold and timely move to transform mobile gaming. The team is exceptional, and the opportunity to apply AI — from rapid content creation to precision player targeting — is immense.”

Sharan Tulsiani, Co-founder and CEO of Jetapult, said, AI isn’t just a tool — it’s the new infrastructure for how games will be built, scaled, and experienced. At Jetapult, we’re not just adapting to this shift — we’re leading it. By bringing in experts like Oz and DrJain, we’re doubling down on our belief that the future of game development lies in AI-native studios. With our GamePac AI platform, we’re giving studios the ability to move faster, create smarter, and operate more efficiently — unlocking a new era of scalable, data-driven creativity in mobile gaming.”

Jetapult’s proprietary GamePac AI suite is built to unlock greater efficiency for studios by integrating AI directly into everyday workflows. Currently used across its portfolio companies, GamePac helps automate asset creation, generate performance-optimized ads, and equip game teams with tools that drive speed, creativity, and smarter decision-making—laying the foundation for more scalable and efficient game development.

Jetapult is actively enhancing its AI capabilities by recruiting top-tier talent, including engineers, researchers, and creatives. The company is focused on building the next generation of AI-native studios across high-growth markets, where creativity and automation converge to unlock new opportunities in gaming.

Axis Communications reveals new video surveillance industry perspectives on AI

23 APRIL 2025 – APAC – Axis Communications, the global industry leader in video surveillance, has released its latest report, ‘The state of AI in video surveillance’, which explores industry perspectives on the use of AI in security, safety and beyond. The report reveals the top critical insights on AI technologies, their integration, and opportunities and challenges with regard to security, safety, business intelligence, and operational efficiency.

AI deployment has surged over the past two years, notably due to increased customer demands, improved knowledge of applications and the emergence of new use cases.

Mats Thulin, Director AI C Analytics Solutions, Axis Communications commented, “AI remains one of the most powerful and transformative technologies within the video surveillance industry. This new research reveals that while there are significant opportunities for AI to improve safety and security, operational efficiency and business intelligence, there must be a focus on ethical implementation and meaningful integrations which drive value.

Through qualitative research interviews with AI experts from the Axis global partner network, several thematic insights regarding AI technologies were uncovered in this new report.

The transition to cloud and edge AI continues to accelerate

The research findings highlight that the move from on-premise server systems to hybrid architectures continues at pace. This development is driven by the need for greater scalability, faster processing, and improved bandwidth usage. The hybrid model, which combines the immediate processing capabilities of edge AI on cameras with the scalability and long-term data storage of the cloud, is emerging as the preferred approach by many. This balance allows organizations to harness the strengths of both technologies.

The integration of diverse data sources

Research respondents agreed that integrating additional sensory data, such as audio and contextual environmental factors, to complement video data will enhance situational awareness, provide deeper, more actionable insights, and offer a more comprehensive understanding of events. Ultimately, this will revolutionize safety and security while elevating business intelligence capabilities.

Combining multiple streams of data enables more accurate detection and prediction of potential threats. For instance, in emergency scenarios, pairing visual data with audio analysis can allow security teams to respond faster and more accurately.

Facial recognition gains traction
 

The research also highlighted that facial recognition seems to have become more widely adopted in many countries, supported by the introduction of new regulations to help clarify how this technology can be applied ethically, and provide a framework for its responsible use.

Experts interviewed predicted that facial recognition will continue to gain traction globally, but there must first be alignment with privacy regulations and transparency about how the technology works. Ethical considerations around the use of facial recognition remain a central focus, particularly in regions with strong privacy laws.

Hindmetal Exploration Targets Licence Auctions to Bolster Critical Minerals

Udaipur, 23rd April 2025Hindmetal Exploration Services, a wholly owned subsidiary of Hindustan Zinc Limited , and India’s leading tech-driven exploration company, is keenly tracking the first tranche of Exploration Licence (EL) auctions launched by the Ministry of Mines. The Ministry has recently initiated the first tranche of auctions under the EL regime, offering 13 blocks across 10 states, covering deposits of critical and deep-seated minerals such as gold, copper, diamonds, zinc, and rare earth elements.

Hindmetal Exploration is actively engaged in identifying, discovering, assessing, and developing mineral resources through state-of-the-art geological and geophysical technologies. Established in 2024, the company focuses on systematic exploration of all types of mineral deposits and actively participates in mineral resource auctions. With a data-to-discovery approach, Hindmetal leverages cutting-edge, digital-first exploration technologies to enhance efficiency and accuracy in mineral prospecting.

Equipped with an in-house team of geologists, geophysicists, and mining experts, along with access to world-class tools and software, the company is committed to supporting India’s ambitious vision of energy transition and critical mineral security by developing world-class mineral assets within the country.

Hindmetal Exploration has been awarded the prestigious QCI-NABET (Quality Council of India – National Accreditation Board for Education and Training) accreditation, earning the status of Category A Exploration Agency under Government of India guidelines. As a Category A Exploration Agency, Hindmetal is now authorized to prepare comprehensive geological reports, secure high-potential critical mineral blocks under the Exploration Licence regime and empanel with the Geological Survey of India (GSI) for geological and geophysical surveys.

By participating in the Exploration Licence auctionsHindmetal aims to explore high-potential blocks while also being eligible for the National Mineral Exploration Trust (NMET) scheme. Under the EL regime, private exploration companies gain exclusive access to mineral-rich blocks for discovery of deposits through exploration activities. This transformational mining reform is set to accelerate the discovery of critical and deep-seated minerals, paving the way for a self-reliant and future-ready mineral ecosystem for India. Hindmetal Exploration remains committed to strengthening India’s mining sector, driving sustainable exploration, and contributing to the country’s clean energy and industrial ambitions.

 

Hitachi Vantara Unveils FY24 Sustainability Report

INDIA – April 23, 2025 – Hitachi Vantara, the data storage, infrastructure and hybrid cloud management subsidiary of Hitachi, Ltd. , today released its FY2024 Sustainability Report, marking the second edition of its annual ESG progress and transparency reporting. Building on last year’s inaugural report, this year’s edition outlines Hitachi Vantara’s progress in sustainability, highlighting advancements in energy-efficient infrastructure, reductions in carbon emissions and responsible business practices. It showcases Hitachi Vantara’s key achievements in FY2024, including ENERGY STAR® certification for multiple storage solutions, the expansion of global greenhouse gas (GHG) management and new sustainability tools that help customers track energy and carbon usage.

 As businesses increasingly rely on AI and data-intensive workloads, the demand for power continues to grow, leading to higher energy costs and greater environmental impact. According to a 2024 Department of Energy report, data centers consumed 4% of U.S electricity last year and could reach up to 12% by 2028. Navigating this challenge requires solutions that balance performance with efficiency – helping organizations manage growing data needs while keeping costs and carbon footprints in check. The new report highlights how Hitachi Vantara is addressing these pressures by delivering energy-efficient infrastructure that not only reduces environmental impact but also drives measurable cost savings for customers.

 “We’re proud of the progress we’ve made since our inaugural Sustainability Report, but we know the journey doesn’t end there,” said Sheila Rohra, CEO of Hitachi Vantara. “Our focus remains on highlighting how sustainability, particularly in the data center, can be both a key driver of innovation and a business differentiator – from reducing carbon emissions to helping businesses achieve energy savings, enhance operational efficiency and meet their broader sustainability goals.”

 Key highlights from the report include:

  • Top ENERGY STAR Rankings: Several Hitachi Vantara storage solutions earned ENERGY STAR certification for their industry-leading performance and energy efficiency. Hitachi Vantara holds the top two rankings for the most energy-efficient storage systems in the ENERGY STAR NVSS Disk Online 4 category, with the Virtual Storage Platform One Block (VSP One Block) securing the highest spot.
  • Solar-Powered Distribution CenterHitachi Vantara’s state-of-the-art solar-powered distribution center in the Netherlands generates approximately 30% of the electricity consumption from on-site solar production. The remaining electricity is sourced through verified Energy Attribute Certificates (EACs), ensuring the center operates entirely on renewable energy.
  • Recycled Materials: Currently, 40% by weight of the materials used in the bezels of Hitachi Vantara’s VSP One Block and File storage models come from post-consumer recycled plastics. These flame-resistant bezels meet safety standards and help limit impacts of fire. Hitachi Vantara plans to increase recycled content to 50% by FY2030 through the expanded use of recycled materials in drive canisters, biomass-based parts and continued IT resource recycling.
  • Energy Consumption and Management: In FY2024Hitachi Vantara consumed 78,211 MWh of energy, with 90% of that from grid electricity and 35% from renewable sources, such as solar and wind. Notably, following a 2024 data center refresh at its Denver facility, which optimized the physical layout, consolidated infrastructure, and enhanced airflow, energy consumption was reduced by 50%, and power usage effectiveness (PUE) improved from 1.6 to 1.3, demonstrating the impact of energy-saving initiatives in Hitachi Vantara’s operations.
  • Carbon Neutrality and Sustainability Goals: Hitachi Vantara is committed to achieving carbon neutrality for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by FY2030. The company has also set a target to achieve carbon neutrality across its value chain by FY2050.

 Hitachi Vantara’s commitment to sustainability goes beyond its own operations. Through its engineered products and solutions, the company helps enterprise customers and data center operators reduce their carbon footprints while lowering operational costs and complexities. A few recent examples include:

  • La Molisana (Italy): As one of Italy’s leading pasta manufacturers, La Molisana implemented VSP One Block, resulting in a 30% reduction in energy consumption and a 2.5x improvement in response times, supporting its global expansion and sustainability goals.
  • Malayala Manorama (India): This major media company benefited from a new low-latency infrastructure, powered by Hitachi Vantara, leading to a 66% reduction in rack space and a 70% reduction in power and cooling costs.
  • Elisa Eesti (Estonia): One of Estonia’s largest telecom providers, Elisa Eesti modernized its data infrastructure with Hitachi Vantara’s Virtual Storage Platform (VSP), tripling energy efficiency and significantly reducing its carbon footprint.

 Sustainability was an important factor in our selection of VSP One Block,” said Maurizio Maio, CIO of La Molisana. “Although the energy consumption of our data center is relatively low compared to our manufacturing operations, we are keen to implement eco-friendly IT solutions. The energy-efficient VSP One Block aligns perfectly with our vision.”

 While the FY2024 Sustainability Report reflects on the achievements of the past year, Hitachi Vantara recently introduced its first key sustainability commitment of FY2025: a new Sustainability Guarantee that will be offered as part of its storage platform going forward. Available with VSP One, the guarantee empowers businesses to track and optimize energy consumption. It also guarantees a maximum power consumption target, making it easier for organizations to achieve their sustainability goals.

Ultraviolette Showcases its Entire Product Portfolio in Chandigarh

Chandigarh, April 22, 2025 – Ultraviolette, makers of the ‘Fastest Indian Motorcycle’, proudly announced the debut of its cutting-edge product range in Chandigarh. With a strong presence across thirteen cities, this showcase marks yet another milestone in Ultraviolette’s remarkable journey and underscores its dedication to serving customers across India.

Chandigarh will now be able to experience Ultraviolette’s technologically advanced and performance-driven two-wheelers that have long captivated customers across the country. As part of its commitment to enhancing customer service, Ultraviolette is also set to establish its state-of-the-art experience center in Chandigarh this year. The 3S Experience Centre will offer comprehensive ownership services, ensuring an unparalleled experience for customers in Chandigarh.

Narayan Subramaniam, CEO & Co-founder of Ultraviolette, stated “We are proud to present our comprehensive product portfolio today in Chandigarh, a rapidly emerging hub for economic growth, IT, and technology. Over the past few years, this city has demonstrated remarkable advancements in Infrastructure, Technology, and Electric vehicle adoption. This progress has inspired us to bring forward our cutting-edge mobility solutions—solutions that not only exceed expectations but also embody the vibrant spirit of Chandigarh. By reinforcing our commitment to key growth markets, we aim to fulfil both regional and national aspirations. Our presence here underscores Ultraviolette‘s mission to make world-class innovation accessible throughout India, while delivering an elevated and seamless ownership experience to our customers in Chandigarh.

The F77 MACH2 and F77 SuperStreet redefine electric performance, accelerating from 0 to 60 kph in just 2.8 seconds. Equipped with a 10.3 kWh battery pack and delivering a peak power output of 30 kW (40.2 hp), the motorcycles offer a staggering 100 Nm of peak torque. It accelerates swiftly from 0 to 60 km/hr in just 2.8 seconds and reaches a top speed of 155 km/hr with an impressive IDC range of 323 kmsUltraviolette’s ongoing optional packages are also available to all F77 customers, aimed at magnifying the riding experience further.

The company also unveiled two new mainstream products – The World’s Most Advanced Electric Scooter -‘Tesseract’ and a Disruptive Electric Motorcycle- ‘Shockwave’. The Tesseract features a segment first integrated radar and dashcam, seamlessly coupled with Omnisense mirrors, providing advanced safety technologies such as Blindspot Detection, Lane Change, Overtaking Assist, and Collision Alerts. It is also equipped with Traction control and Dynamic regen for enhanced safety and optimizing energy consumption. In addition, Tesseract boasts a 7″ touchscreen TFT display, and multi-colour LED displays embedded in the ORVMs.

Shockwave – a meticulously designed and engineered motorcycle that meets the demands of riders who seek an exhilarating riding experience and reigniting the joy in riding. It promises the same iconic thrill of the ‘2-stroke’ motorcycling era that represented the lightweight, fun, and accessible motorcycles.

Chandigarh is fast emerging as a hub of progress and aspirations, and we are excited to bring our cutting-edge technology to this dynamic city. While making our innovations more accessible to the mainstream market, we continue to uphold our hallmark of futuristic design and advanced engineering. This move underscores our unwavering commitment to innovation, R&D, and customer-centricity. We remain focused on building superior technologies that not only make our products best-in-class but also deliver a more connected, seamless, and hassle-free ownership experience for our growing community”, said Niraj Rajmohan, CTO & Co-founder of Ultraviolette.

By FY 2026, the company aims to extend its reach to fifty cities across India, with a strategic focus on fast-paced global markets such as UK, Germany, Spain, Portugal, and France.

Mid-Market GCCs Poised to Lead India’s Next Growth Wave: Nasscom-Zinnov

Hyderabad, April 22, 2025: Global Capability Centres (GCCs) continue to be a key growth sector for the tech industry in India, contributing nearly one-third of the industry’s total exports. Within this thriving ecosystemmidmarket GCCs are emerging as high-impact innovation hubs, driving agility, product excellence, and enterprise transformation at scale. Nasscom and Zinnov, today, released ‘India’s GCC LeapCapturing Global MidMarket Momentum’ reporthighlighting a significant shift in the country’s GCC ecosystem. The report deep dives into the unique characteristics of midmarket GCCs, including their operating models and focus.

Today, India is home to over 480 midmarket GCCs, employing more than 210,000 professionals, and over 680 midmarket GCC Units. This segment has been instrumental in shaping India’s GCC narrative with accounting for 27% of all GCCs and 22% of total GCC Units in the country.

Over 45 new midmarket GCCs have set up operations in India in the past two years alone, accounting for nearly 35% of total GCCs, and 30% of total GCC units during this period. Despite operating at around 40% the scale of their larger counterparts (Non-Midmarket GCCs), midmarket GCCs are consistently delivering transformative outcomes across product innovation, enterprise agility, digital maturity and deepening niche skill capabilities. Their strategic focus and lean operating models have resulted in a 1.3x higher presence in transformation hubs, with a maturity curve advancing 1.2x faster than non-midmarket GCCs.

India is today home to 47% of global product management talent for midmarket GCCs and over 25% of their DeepTech workforce, cementing its position as a global hotspot for next-gen capabilities in AI/ML, cybersecurity, cloud, and data science. Nearly 60% of end-to-end product and platform ownership in enterprise portfolios—particularly across ER&D segment is being driven from India by midmarket GCCs. These centers are also redefining enterprise operating models by actively shaping hiring practices, performance metrics, and culture playbooks.

In terms of market distribution, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, NCR, and Chennai remain leading destinations for midmarket GCCs, attracting 74% of all new GCC units established. In addition to Bengaluru, Hyderabad has rapidly emerged as a leading talent hotspot for Midmarket GCCs in the last 5 years, contributing 25% of talent growth.

Rajesh Nambiar, President, Nasscom, said, “The next wave of global capability will not come from size, but from speed, specialization, and strategic influence. With world-class talent and a vibrant digital ecosystemmidmarket GCCs are no longer just delivery engines but are emerging as cultural innovation labs and centres of excellence, driving R&D, product innovation, and enterprise digitization for global impact.”

 However, Midmarket GCCs often face hurdles in talent attraction, particularly among early-career professionals, owing to limited brand visibility on top campuses. Process-wise, many still operate without standardized operating procedures, which hampers scale and collaboration across functions. Moreover, these centres often struggle to establish strong innovation linkages with startups, academic institutions, and technology partners. Their minimal local brand presence also restricts their ability to influence and integrate deeply within India‘s broader innovation ecosystem.

The most underrated transformation in India’s tech landscape is the rise of midmarket GCCs. These centers aren’t just scaled-down versions of large enterprises; they’re rewriting the playbook. Operating at 40% the scale, they’re 1.3x more likely to be transformation hubs and 1.2x faster in traversing the maturity curveIndia already hosts 47% of global product management talent for these firms, but the real shift is this: 6 in 10 are driving end-to-end product ownership, and 8 in 10 are reshaping hiring and culture from India.” Added Pari Natarajan, CEO, Zinnov. “GCCs are moving from support engines to strategic value centers. As Global CXOs global firms eye expansion, the question is no longer ‘why India?’ — it’s ‘how fast can we get in?’ With GCC-as-a-service models, innovation clusters in Tier-2 cities, and faster market entry, India is set to be the birthplace of global digital-native enterprises. This shift is transforming India’s leadership DNA, enabling faster organizational change and positioning the country as a true capability hub.”

 Despite these headwinds, the runway for growth is immense. Globally, there are 130,000 to 150,000 midmarket companies, and India stands to attract a significant share—estimated at 30,000 to 40,000, especially from markets like the U.S., U.K., Germany, and Japan and verticals such as software and internet, BFSI, healthcare. If nurtured right, midmarket GCCs in India can evolve into AI-native innovation hubs, capable of spinning off IP, shaping policy landscapes, and functioning as autonomous, high-growth enterprises.

To unlock this potential, India must focus on streamlining entry pathways, enabling cost-effective GCC-as-a-service models, and building vibrant innovation clusters and proactively driving favourable policies.

Infinix Introduces Its Mammoth Phone with India’s Tiniest Billboards, Conceptualised by SW Network

New Delhi, April 22, 2025: SW Network, an integrated advertising agency, in collaboration with Flipkart Tech, has launched a new campaign for smartphone brand Infinix, using an unconventional outdoor format. Announcing key features of Infinix Note 50s 5G+ by tapping into hyperlocal touchpoints, the campaign introduced India’s tiniest billboards. These miniature billboards carried sharp, cheeky messages aimed at cutting through advertising fatigue and highlighted the phone’s features, such as a Sony camera sensor, slimmest-in-class curved display, and a 144Hz refresh rate, placed across areas in Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru.
 

The campaign quickly found its way to social media feeds, with creators, meme pages, Twitter personalities, and LinkedIn voices jumping in to celebrate the clever, low-footprint execution.

Speaking about the campaign, the leadership at Flipkart, said, “We needed an innovative way to deliver our message of category innovation. The brand was banking on investing in features and questioning the noise. These tiny ads turned out to be a huge success. I won’t be surprised if other brands follow suit.”
Raghav Bagai, Co-founder, SW Network, added, “At SW Network, our approach is always to cut through clutter with ideas that feel fresh, contextually sharp, and culturally relevant. These tiny ads proved that sometimes, going small makes the biggest impact.”

The campaign was extended by placing people with placards in front of huge billboards of rival brands, reinforcing its message. The campaign highlights how creative simplicity, backed by sharp brand storytelling, can turn an unexpected format into a national conversation.

Uniqus Consultech raises Dollar 20 million in Series C Funding

Mumbai, 22 April 2025: Uniqus Consultech, a tech-enabled global platform that offers consulting solutions in the accounting & reporting, finance operations, governance, risk, ESG, and technology domains, today announced that it has secured $20 million in Series C funding. The round was led by Nexus Venture Partners, with participation from Sorin Investments. Nexus and Sorin are existing investors in Uniqus. The funds will be used to accelerate the company’s rapid growth trajectory, launch adjacent services, and expand its geographical footprint across the globe. Uniqus also plans substantial R&D investments in AI-driven solutions for the reporting and risk management challenges faced by its clients.

The funding comes amid exceptional growth as Uniqus satisfies the strong market need for modern consulting solutions. Companies now seek consulting services that blend deep domain expertise with cutting-edge technology and access to a global talent pool. Uniqus has emerged as a leader, providing specialized, and scalable technology-driven solutions that disrupt traditional consulting models.

Since launching two years ago, Uniqus has established offices in 11 cities across India, US, and the Middle East, employing more than 550 high-performing professionals led by 60 Partners and Directors, serving more than 250 clients. During this period, Uniqus has also launched several tech assets:

UniQuest: GenAI-powered platform transforming search, summarization and analysis across industries including regulatory filings to deliver dynamic conversations and precise answers to reporting queries

Risk UniVerse: Proprietary platform designed specifically to streamline internal controls over financial reporting, SOX compliance, and internal financial controls

●  Reporting UniVerse: Comprehensive technology solution for financial reporting and data management

●   ESG UniVerse: Advanced data management and reporting tool tailored for environmental, social, and governance (ESG) metrics

Uniqus also enhances its offerings through strategic technology partnerships with companies like Cranium AI to enhance AI Risk Management Solutions for its clients.

Uniqus represents the future of consulting,” said Anup GuptaManaging Director of Nexus Venture Partners. “While traditional consulting firms struggle to adapt to changing market needs, Uniqus takes a fundamentally different approach that delivers superior results. The company’s strategic use of technology and AI, coupled with its global cloud delivery model, unlocks an enormous opportunity to transform client outcomes and redefine consulting economics. We are thrilled to reinforce our partnership with Team Uniqus in this exciting journey.”

Majority of Enterprises Expanding Use of AI Agents, Says Cloudera

BANGALORE, India,  April 21, 2025 – Cloudera, the only true hybrid platform for data, analytics, and AI, released the findings of its latest survey report, “The Future of Enterprise AI Agents.” The survey polled nearly 1,500 enterprise IT leaders across 14 countries to understand their adoption patterns, use cases, and sentiments around AI agents. Results show an overwhelming 96% of respondents have plans to expand their use of AI agents in the next 12 months, with half aiming for significant, organization-wide expansion. The applications for this deployment include performance optimization bots (66%), security monitoring agents (63%), and development assistants (62%). 

For business and IT leaders alike, agentic AI marks a new frontier—moving beyond traditional automation to systems that can reason, act, and adapt in real-time. When implemented effectively, these intelligent agents unlock operational agility, drive cost savings, and dramatically improve customer engagement. As a result,  AI agents are quickly becoming a key source of competitive advantage, with 83% of organizations stating that investing in them is crucial  to  maintaining their edge in the market.

In India, the appetite for AI agent adoption is equally strong and rapidly accelerating. Cloudera’s AI Agents survey reveals that 84% of Indian respondents reported implementing AI agents within the past two years, with 36% doing so in just the last 12 months. This trend is set to continue, with 98% planning to expand their use in the coming year, and 78% targeting significant organization-wide deployment. Indian enterprises are also ahead in recognizing the strategic advantage of AI agents, with 94% saying such investments are crucial to staying competitive. As a result, deployments are primarily concentrated in IT and customer-facing functions like support and marketing, while future growth hinges on improved customization, interoperability, and data privacy, signaling strong readiness for scale in 2025 and beyond. 

In addition to the benefits of the technology, Cloudera’s survey answered some of the biggest questions around agentic AI, including: 

  • How widely is this being adopted? Adoption is already underway. A majority (57%) of enterprise IT leaders report they’ve implemented AI agents in the past two years—21% in just the last year—signaling rapid momentum that’s only expected to grow.
  • How are organizations deploying agents? Two-thirds (66%) are building agents on enterprise AI infrastructure platforms, while 60% are leveraging agentic capabilities embedded in existing core applications. This hybrid approach reflects a clear preference for scalable, secure, and close-to-data deployments.
  • What’s getting in the way? The top three barriers are data privacy (53%), integration with legacy systems (40%), and high implementation costs (39%). These pain points all stem from a common root: the need for robust, unified data management and governance.
  • Where should companies begin? Start with a contained, high-impact project—such as an internal IT support agent. These “fast-to-value” use cases help teams prove ROI, build internal confidence, and lay the foundation for broader, scaled deployments.

AI agents have moved beyond experimentation—they’re now delivering real automation, efficiency, and business results. We’re seeing enterprises run hundreds of models in production, all demanding high-fidelity, well-managed data to drive better outcomes,” said Abhas Ricky, Chief Strategy Officer, Cloudera. “In 2025, agentic AI is taking center stage, building on the momentum of generative AI but with even greater operational impact. Cloudera is enabling this transformation through a robust Enterprise AI Ecosystem, helping global organizations design secure, scalable, and integrated AI workflows that turn data into action.” 

Across Indian industries, AI agents are driving tangible impact in high-priority areas. In finance and insurance, fraud detection (52%) leads adoption, while manufacturing focuses on defect detection and quality control (64% each). Retail and e-commerce prioritize demand forecasting and personalization (72% each), and healthcare sees balanced use across diagnostics, scheduling, and records processing (50% each). Telecommunications stands out with strong adoption in security monitoring (92%) and infrastructure maintenance (83%), reflecting the sector’s dual focus on performance and customer experience.

Cloudera’s report also addresses what enterprises are actually doing with AI agents globally. The top use cases vary by industry, shaped by the specific needs and priorities of each sector: 

  • Finance & Insurance: Fraud detection (56%), risk assessment (44%), and investment advisory (38%) are the leading use cases. AI agents are flagging suspicious transactions in real time, simulating market scenarios to evaluate risk, and supporting advisors with personalized investment suggestions.
  • Manufacturing: Top applications include process automation (49%), supply chain optimization (48%), and quality control (47%). Agents are monitoring production lines to catch defects early, rerouting logistics to avoid delays, and streamlining repetitive tasks to improve efficiency.
  • Healthcare: Appointment scheduling (51%), diagnostic assistance (50%), and medical records processing (47%) are the most common use cases. AI agents are reducing admin burden by coordinating schedules, surfacing relevant EMR data, and helping clinicians identify conditions in imaging data.
  • Telecommunications: The telecoms industry is seeing substantial innovation fueled by AI. Customer support bots (49%), customer experience agents (44%), and security monitoring agents (49%) are key deployments. Agents are resolving service issues instantly, flagging at-risk customers using behavior data, and protecting networks from emerging threats. 

Realme P-Series Carnival Offers Discounts and Bank Deals on New Smartphone Line

New Delhi, April 21, 2025:  realme, the most popular smartphone brand among Indian youth, has announced exciting new offers on the India-exclusive realme P3 Series as part of the P-Series Carnival. Celebrated as India’s fastest-growing new smartphone series and already the choice of over 2 million young users, the P3 Series has seen overwhelming demand. With its powerful hardware, futuristic design, and industry-first features, the P3 Series continues to redefine what users can expect from mid-range smartphones. 

Now, with fresh discounts of up to ₹4,000 available via bank and exchange offers, it’s the perfect moment for consumers to upgrade to a smartphone that blends futuristic design, class-leading performance, and rugged durability.

realme P3 Pro 5G 

Featuring the Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 chipset and India’s first Glow-in-the-Dark smartphone design, the realme P3 Pro 5G  is available at a starting price of ₹19,999. Buyers can enjoy bank/exchange offers up to ₹4,000 or ₹3,000 exchange offer from April 22 to 24, along with No-Cost EMI for 3 months. Available in Nebula Glow, Galaxy Purple, and Saturn Brown, this model comes in 8+128GB, 8+256GB, and 12+256GB configurations.

realme P3 5G

India’s first smartphone with the Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 chipset, the realme P3 5G  is now available in Space Silver, Nebula Pink, and Comet Grey, across 6+128GB, 8+128GB, and 8+256GB variants. As part of the P-Series Carnival, buyers can avail limited-time bank offers of ₹1,000 on the 6+128GB variant, and ₹2,000 on the 8+128GB and 8+256GB variants. With the 8+128GB variant now starting from just ₹15,999*, this is the perfect time to experience power-packed performance and futuristic design at an unbeatable value.