Indian telecom giant Reliance Jio Infocomm’s chairman, Akash Ambani, said the company is working with the Indian Institute of Technology-Bombay (IIT-B) to launch a new program called ‘Bharat GPT’ in an attempt to compete with Sam Altman’s ChatGPT.
The vision of Jio 2.0
Ambani highlighted the importance of building an “ecosystem of development” as part of the company’s vision for ‘Jio 2.0’. He said that Jio is not just focusing on one aspect but is working across various sectors, including media, commerce, communication, and device manufacturing.
What is BharatGPT?
The Bharat GPT program, as explained by Ambani, is set to explore the vast potential of large language models and generative AI. He believes that these technologies will define the next decade and transform every area of products and services.
Jio’s expansion into operating systems
In addition to Bharat GPT, Jio is also developing its own operating system for televisions. Ambani mentioned that this project has been in the works for some time and is part of Jio’s comprehensive strategy to expand its technological footprint.
Akash Ambani expressed his confidence in India becoming a major innovation centre and a $6 trillion economy by the end of the decade. He emphasized the role of AI in this growth, stating that AI will “consume everything”.
Ambani’s personal experience with AI
Ambani also shared his personal experience with AI, where his brother-in-law introduced him to an AI app for controlling mattress temperature. He stressed the importance of including everyone in the AI revolution, aligning with his belief that technology should be a great equalizer transcending demographic and caste boundaries.
Ambani described Jio as the world’s largest startup and emphasized the need for young entrepreneurs to embrace failure and work towards societal good. He believes that money is a “byproduct” of service to the country and encourages a deep passion for work.
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