Nazara partners with government of Telangana to launch AI center of excellence

• The partnership aims to place Telangana on the map as a global hub for AI innovation

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India’s video games and esports company Nazara Technologies has penned a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Telangana. 

This strategic move will allow Nazara to establish an AI Center of Excellence (AI CoE) focused on games and digital entertainment to position the company as a leader in the AI-driven space and Telangana as a global hub for AI innovation.

Nazara’s AI centre will deliver research and innovation in games, interactive media, and digital content using AI, VR/AR, blockchain, and web3  to support startups, enhance skills, and foster global collaboration and policy development.

Integrating AI and emerging technologies 

“Telangana’s proactive approach in fostering industry growth through public-private partnerships and policy development has created the ideal ecosystem for this initiative,” said Nazara MD and CEO Nitish Mittersain. 

“This collaboration will enable Nazara to further our mission of integrating AI and emerging technologies across our diverse portfolio, positioning us as a leader in AI-driven innovations in gaming and digital entertainment.”

Hon’ble Minister for information technology and industries, Mr. D. Sridhar Babu added: “This partnership with Nazara Technologies, a leader in Indian gaming, marks a significant step in positioning Telangana as a global leader in AI-driven digital innovation.”

“By joining forces with Nazara, we are committed to driving economic growth and setting new standards in responsible AI applications in gaming and beyond.”