IIT Madras

DIGITIMES Asia: India's homegrown microprocessors claim 'generation minus one' benchmarking

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
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"Regarding the benchmarking, we're operating at what you could call "generation minus one" compared to the latest contemporary microprocessors," Kamakoti said, in a recent conversation with Digitimes Asia.

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  • "Regarding the benchmarking, we're operating at what you could call "generation minus one" compared to the latest contemporary microprocessors," Kamakoti said, in a recent conversation with Digitimes Asia.
  • "The benchmarks depend on various factors, including the specific silicon and Process Development Kit (PDK) used," Kamakoti continued.
  • "We're very close to, and in some cases better than, contemporary microprocessors according to benchmarks like CoreMark, which is widely used for embedded systems.
  • Several startups in India are now leveraging Shakti for various applications, from security to SoC development, highlighting the architecture's flexibility and adaptability to specific needs.

LTIMindtree Joins Forces with IBM to Advance the Quantum Innovation Ecosystem

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024
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LTIMindtree is the first Indian Global System Integrator (GSI) to join the IBM Quantum Network.

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  • LTIMindtree is the first Indian Global System Integrator (GSI) to join the IBM Quantum Network.
  • LTIMindtree will also collaborate with the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras, which is also an IBM Quantum Innovation Center, on joint quantum research and workforce development.
  • Scott Crowder, Vice President of IBM Quantum Adoption and Business Development, said, “We are excited to welcome LTIMindtree into the IBM Quantum Network and to help them explore the benefits of quantum computing, both for their internal teams and in solutions for their clients.
  • We are also looking forward to providing technology support for LTIMindtree’s joint research and educational engagements with IIT-Madras, our first IBM Quantum Innovation Center in India.”
    As part of the IBM Quantum Network, LTIMindtree expands on its platinum partner status with IBM and joins a global community of Fortune 500 companies, top universities, research labs, and startups.

MIRAI JMAC & Royal Family Office of UAE Announce Formation of MIRAI Capital Global With Its First Tranche of USD 1.5 Billion Investment Fund for ASIA-USA-UAE Corridor

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023
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    “I intend to build the biggest global partnership & investment vehicle for the world and enhance the visibility of my diversified portfolio via MIRAI Capital Global,” said H.H.
  • “Our goal at MIRAI JMAC to connect large family offices with strategic investment opportunities and MIRAI Capital Global is a culmination of that mission,” said Pranav Jyoti, Co-founder and Managing Director of MIRAI Capital Global.
  • At MIRAI Capital, we aim to harness this smart capital, becoming the top choice for entrepreneurs and fund managers seeking global expansion.
  • MIRAI Capital Global, via RFO, has built a strong pipeline of strategic opportunities that will ultimately build a bridge for the India–UAE–US corridor in 2024-25.

Kalderos Strengthens C-Suite by Naming New CFO, CTO and CISO

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023
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CHICAGO, Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Data infrastructure and analytics company Kalderos, creator of the world's first Drug Discount Management platform, today announced the hiring of two senior executives with impressive track records of innovation and business growth.

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  • Jim Sparks joins Kalderos as chief financial officer, while Sudhakar Velamoor has been named chief technology officer.
  • Both are new executive roles at Kalderos, as the company positions itself as the market leader in drug discount management for pharmaceuticals and other stakeholders.
  • With yet more cost and complexity ahead, drug discount management represents a vast market in need of tech-enabled infrastructure.
  • The expanded role speaks to Kalderos' commitment to maintaining best-in-class standards for information security as the company scales.

H2Power Co. Welcomes Industry Luminary Dr. K. Venkatesh Prasad to the Advisory Board

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023
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ENGLEWOOD, Colo., Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- H2Power Co. is delighted to announce the appointment of Dr. K. Venkatesh Prasad to its prestigious Board of Advisors, reinforcing the Company's dedication to fostering innovation and growth in the realm of hydrogen solutions.

Key Points: 
  • Dr. Prasad is a highly accomplished addition to the H2Power Co. team.
  • He currently serves as the Senior Vice President of Research and Chief Innovation Officer at the Center for Automotive Research.
  • Soraya Larkin, President, H2Power Co., shared, "I am delighted that Dr. Prasad is joining our Advisory Board.
  • I am confident that together with H2Power Co.'s leadership team, we can make a substantial impact in shaping the future of hydrogen solutions."

Illumio Names Ben Verghese as Chief Technology Officer

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023
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SUNNYVALE, Calif., Oct. 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Illumio, Inc. , the Zero Trust Segmentation company, today announced the appointment and promotion of Ben Verghese to Chief Technology Officer (CTO).

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  • SUNNYVALE, Calif., Oct. 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Illumio, Inc. , the Zero Trust Segmentation company, today announced the appointment and promotion of Ben Verghese to Chief Technology Officer (CTO).
  • The former Chief Architect has nearly 30 years of experience overseeing engineering and architecture teams across the cloud and security space.
  • As CTO, Verghese sets and oversees the technology innovation and security strategy for Illumio, reporting to Andrew Rubin, CEO and co-founder.
  • “Throughout my time at Illumio, the organization’s product vision has remained consistent: create Zero Trust Segmentation technology that prevents breaches from becoming catastrophic outcomes,” Verghese said.

IIT Madras Zanzibar Campus calls for Applications

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Wednesday, August 2, 2023
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ZANZIBAR CITY, Tanzania, Aug. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras), India's No: 1 ranked premier educational Institute, has called for applications to the courses being offered by its Zanzibar Campus.

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  • ZANZIBAR CITY, Tanzania, Aug. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras), India's No: 1 ranked premier educational Institute, has called for applications to the courses being offered by its Zanzibar Campus.
  • The first ever international campus by an IIT, the IIT Madras Zanzibar Campus is the result of a unique partnership between the Governments of India and Zanzibar, and IIT Madras.
  • The IIT Madras Zanzibar Campus offers a four-year Bachelor of Science degree in Data Science and or a two-year Master of Technology degree in Data Science & AI, depending on their eligibility and qualifications.
  • Students in Zanzibar will also leverage IIT Madras' stellar innovation ecosystem on campus, and have a chance to interact with a global network of IITM alumni.

IIT Madras Zanzibar Campus calls for Applications

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Wednesday, August 2, 2023
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ZANZIBAR CITY, Tanzania, Aug. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras), India's No: 1 ranked premier educational Institute, has called for applications to the courses being offered by its Zanzibar Campus.

Key Points: 
  • ZANZIBAR CITY, Tanzania, Aug. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras), India's No: 1 ranked premier educational Institute, has called for applications to the courses being offered by its Zanzibar Campus.
  • The first ever international campus by an IIT, the IIT Madras Zanzibar Campus is the result of a unique partnership between the Governments of India and Zanzibar, and IIT Madras.
  • The IIT Madras Zanzibar Campus offers a four-year Bachelor of Science degree in Data Science and or a two-year Master of Technology degree in Data Science & AI, depending on their eligibility and qualifications.
  • Students in Zanzibar will also leverage IIT Madras' stellar innovation ecosystem on campus, and have a chance to interact with a global network of IITM alumni.

India's No.1 Ranked Institute, IIT Madras establishes an international campus in Zanzibar-Tanzania

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Tuesday, July 18, 2023
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The Zanzibar Campus ( https://www.iitm.ac.in/zanzibar/ ) is the first international campus of IIT Madras and is being planned as a unique and game-changing educational partnership between India and Zanzibar-Tanzania.

Key Points: 
  • The Zanzibar Campus ( https://www.iitm.ac.in/zanzibar/ ) is the first international campus of IIT Madras and is being planned as a unique and game-changing educational partnership between India and Zanzibar-Tanzania.
  • Speaking about the international campus, Prof. V. Kamakoti, Director, IIT Madras, said, "It is indeed a major milestone in this history of IIT Madras that we are establishing a Campus at Zanzibar.
  • Prof. Preeti Aghalayam, a faculty member in Chemical Engineering at IIT Madras has been appointed as the Dean of School of Engineering and Science & Director-in-charge, Zanzibar campus, IIT Madras.
  • Prof. Ligy Philip, a faculty member in Civil Engineering at IIT Madras has been appointed as the Professor-in-charge (Infrastructure) of IIT Madras Zanzibar Campus.

India's No.1 Ranked Institute, IIT Madras establishes an international campus in Zanzibar-Tanzania

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Tuesday, July 18, 2023
Partnership, Interview, Data science, Infrastructure, Civil engineering, Dean, History, IIT Madras, Student, IITM, School, Artificial intelligence, Yale School of Engineering & Applied Science, Educational institution, Chemical engineering, Nursing, Science, Engineering

The Zanzibar Campus ( https://www.iitm.ac.in/zanzibar/ ) is the first international campus of IIT Madras and is being planned as a unique and game-changing educational partnership between India and Zanzibar-Tanzania.

Key Points: 
  • The Zanzibar Campus ( https://www.iitm.ac.in/zanzibar/ ) is the first international campus of IIT Madras and is being planned as a unique and game-changing educational partnership between India and Zanzibar-Tanzania.
  • Speaking about the international campus, Prof. V. Kamakoti, Director, IIT Madras, said, "It is indeed a major milestone in this history of IIT Madras that we are establishing a Campus at Zanzibar.
  • Prof. Preeti Aghalayam, a faculty member in Chemical Engineering at IIT Madras has been appointed as the Dean of School of Engineering and Science & Director-in-charge, Zanzibar campus, IIT Madras.
  • Prof. Ligy Philip, a faculty member in Civil Engineering at IIT Madras has been appointed as the Professor-in-charge (Infrastructure) of IIT Madras Zanzibar Campus.