Startup Originals Team
Infosys has launched its cutting-edge Centre for Advanced AI, Cybersecurity, and Space Technology at the company’s Hubballi Development Centre in Karnataka. This marks a significant milestone for both Infosys and the entire North Karnataka region, positioning Hubballi as a vibrant hub in the company’s global network of innovation centers. The inauguration was led by Karnataka’s Minister for Large & Medium Industries, M B Patil, and Minister for Electronics, IT & Biotechnology, Priyank Kharge, in the presence of senior Infosys executives and government officials.
Strategic Focus: Bringing Advanced Tech from Lab to Industry
This new centre is part of the broader ‘Infosys Living Labs’ initiative, a global network of over a dozen established centers designed to help clients accelerate innovation and adopt emerging technologies. The Hubballi centre will focus on delivering advanced digital solutions in areas such as:
- Artificial intelligence (AI)
- Cloud computing
- Cybersecurity
- Engineering services
- SAP solutions
- Space technology
These solutions will serve a global clientele, spanning industries including manufacturing, financial services, retail, and healthcare.
Boosting Local Talent and Inclusive Growth:
With over 1,000 employees already working out of the Hubballi Development Centre, Infosys’ expansion has created substantial job opportunities in the region. The company has strengthened partnerships with local institutions, such as IIIT Dharwad and KLE Technological University, to foster constant innovation and bridge the gap between industry and academia. By actively recruiting from nearby engineering colleges and offering incentives for internal transfers to Hubballi, Infosys is nurturing a strong pool of industry-ready talent specialized in emerging technologies like AI and cybersecurity.
Industry and Government Hail Infosys’ Impact:
Minister M B Patil emphasized that the launch of the centre not only catalyzes employment but also enhances industry-academia collaboration, laying the groundwork for local talent to thrive in advanced technology domains. Minister Priyank Kharge praised the opening as a testament to North Karnataka’s rapid evolution into an innovation hub.
Senior Infosys leaders, including Executive Vice Presidents Sunil Kumar Dhareshwar and Rajneesh Malviya, reiterated the company’s commitment to building a future-ready workforce and transforming regional economies. The state-of-the-art centre, built around an “AI-first” approach, is expected to deliver large-scale innovation while driving economic growth and digital inclusivity across Karnataka.
Driving India’s Digital Future from Hubballi:
The new Infosys centre serves as a launchpad for next-generation digital solutions, empowering clients worldwide and strengthening India’s leadership in the global tech ecosystem. As regional hiring accelerates and innovation partnerships deepen, Hubballi is set to play a crucial role in both Infosys’ expansion and Karnataka’s digital future.
