Q. Which company recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with iCreate to advance AI startups in India?
Answer:
Microsoft
Notes: The International Centre for Entrepreneurship and Technology (iCreate) and Microsoft signed an MoU, facilitated by the Ministry of Electronics & IT, to boost AI startups in India. The partnership, in line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision, aims to support AI startups in both big cities and smaller towns/villages. The collaboration launches the IMPEL AI program, screening 1100 innovators to become AI Most Valuable Players (MVPs) and focusing on themes like Healthcare, Financial Inclusion, Sustainability, Education, Agriculture, and Smart Cities. The top 25 startups will receive go-to-market support from Microsoft's Global Network.