Pulse of the Public
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Speaking at HDB Techceleration 2026, IT Minister Priyank Kharge announced targets to attract 35 major firms, 10 GCCs, and 100 startups to the North Karnataka corridor.
Bengaluru-based space technology startup GalaxEye has been granted a US patent for its proprietary OptoSAR satellite imaging technology, enabling simultaneous optical and radar Earth observation.
Karnataka's IT/BT department held high-level discussions with Italian Ambassador Antonio Bartoli to establish bilateral acceleration programs, startup soft-landing mechanisms, and deep-tech partnerships.
The Karnataka government has invited global technology firms, startups, and researchers to partner in developing the proposed 'Quantum City' for deep-tech innovation.
HCLTech has inaugurated a ₹185 crore semiconductor laboratory in Bengaluru featuring 25,000 sq ft of cleanroom space for post-silicon engineering and testing.
Karnataka has emerged as India's top state in semiconductor design and innovation, recording 81 supported organisations and 73 chip tape-outs via the ChipIN Centre.
Karnataka IT Minister Priyank Kharge announced plans to scale up the Hubballi-Dharwad-Belagavi tech corridor. Speaking at HDB Techceleration 2026, he outlined targets to attract 35 large firms, 10 GCCs, and 100 startups to the cluster.
Syrma SGS Technology and Italy's Elemaster Group have launched a 20,000-square-foot advanced electronics manufacturing facility in Bengaluru's Bommasandra Industrial Area.
Bengaluru-based advanced photonics startup Olee.space has been selected by the Union Government as the development partner for a ₹70-crore strategic technology programme aimed at scaling optical tech manufacturing.
The Karnataka government hosted a high-level African Union delegation in Bengaluru to demonstrate its achievements in Digital Public Infrastructure and e-governance.
The Karnataka government hosted a high-level delegation from the African Union and five African nations in Bengaluru to study the state's progress in Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) and tech-driven governance. Supported by the UNDP, the delegation engaged with senior state officials to explore scalable e-governance solutions.
Bengaluru-based voice AI startup Ringg AI has raised $10 million in a Series A extension round led by Peak XV Partners. The fresh capital will be used to enhance its multi-channel AI agents and scale enterprise operations globally.
Bengaluru-based Myelin Foundry, an AI solutions provider, has been chosen as one of 15 startups across the Asia-Pacific region for Qualcomm's AI Program for Innovators 2026. This selection highlights Karnataka's growing prominence in the global artificial intelligence landscape.
The Karnataka government has launched KEO, an affordable AI-ready computing platform, aiming to democratize access to advanced technology and artificial intelligence in government schools and communities across the state. This initiative, starting with 1,000 devices, plans for a comprehensive statewide rollout to bridge the digital divide.
Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar recently launched KEO, an innovative AI-ready computing platform, marking a significant step towards democratizing access to artificial intelligence in government schools and communities across the state. This initiative aims to equip students and citizens with advanced computing capabilities and bridge the existing digital divide.
The Karnataka government has launched KEO (Knowledge-driven, Economical and Open-source), an indigenously developed, affordable AI-ready computing device aimed at democratizing access to advanced technology for students, entrepreneurs, and rural communities across the state.
Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar announced an ambitious plan on Independence Day, targeting the creation of one lakh new jobs, expanding artificial intelligence education, and establishing technology hubs across the state, aiming for a $3 trillion economy by 2047. This initiative underscores the state's commitment to reinforcing its position as a global technology leader.
Karnataka continues to lead India's innovation ecosystem, accounting for approximately 10% of all DPIIT-recognized startups nationwide. The state has generated over 2.58 lakh direct jobs and attracted significant venture capital investments, showcasing its robust support for emerging enterprises.