Opera introduces local AI models in its browser through WebAI, enabling on-device processing while raising questions about enterprise privacy, security and cloud costs.
Honeywell launches Nvidia-powered industrial AI at Dangote Refinery, estimating potential annual gross operational benefits exceeding $60 million at full capacity.
OpenAI donates its Open Responses API specification to the Agentic AI Foundation to standardise LLM integrations and support interoperability across AI providers.
Indian Railways plans AI-powered freight wagon inspections and predictive maintenance, using cameras and sensors to detect defects, improve safety and streamline operations.
Intellias has launched Agentic ServiceOps, using governed AI agents to automate IT support, resolve requests and identify infrastructure issues earlier.
Optigo Networks has launched an AI Assistant for OptigoVN that turns complex building automation network diagnostics into plain-language answers and recommended actions.
Quickplay has launched Live Operations, an AI-powered platform that brings scheduling, signal control, advertising, content clipping and monitoring into one console.
Netcore.ai has appointed former IBM and LinkedIn executive Tariq Ahmad as CRO, International, with a mandate to double its international revenue within three years.
Columbia Group establishes its first India GCC in Mumbai, with plans to hire 220 employees across digital solutions, ship management and operational functions.
JLL has opened a new Global Capability Centre in Hyderabad and plans to expand its workforce to 1,600 as it strengthens global technology and business operations.
J.S. Held has appointed Irvinder Singh Lail as Head of Global Capability to strengthen global operations, AI-enabled service delivery and digital transformation.
Bharti Airtel has deployed a small AI model for 30,000 field engineers, aiming to improve operational efficiency and deliver annual savings of Rs 30-45 crore.
India and Indonesia are strengthening cooperation in artificial intelligence to accelerate digital transformation, innovation and technology collaboration across key sectors.
ZIG AI has launched an AI-ready Knowledge Graph to unify enterprise data and improve AI-driven sales, customer intelligence and revenue operations.
PM Narendra Modi and UK PM Andy Burnham discussed AI, defence, trade and security during their first official phone call, reaffirming the India-UK strategic partnership.
PUMA will establish a Global Capability Centre in Pune to support global technology, digital and enterprise operations, strengthening its India expansion strategy.
Standard Chartered has appointed Kavita Kulkarni as Chief Technology and Operations Officer for India and South Asia to drive technology, AI and digital transformation.
CMO Council and MarTechTribe have launched the APEX Matrix, a framework designed to help enterprises measure martech ROI and improve technology performance.
Under Armour has appointed Madhu Natesan as Vice President and Managing Director of its India Global Capability Centre.
Microsoft is embedding AI agents, local models and developer tools into Windows 11 as it pushes the OS toward an AI-native future.
Wipro and Palo Alto Networks have expanded their partnership to offer AI-driven managed detection and response services for enterprises.
Amazon Quick Suite now integrates ZoomInfo GTM AI, bringing AI-powered sales intelligence, prospecting and marketing automation to businesses.
SoftBank has launched an OpenAI-powered cybersecurity service designed to help organizations strengthen protection of critical infrastructure and digital systems.
Rivvun has raised $7.55 million in seed funding to help enterprises eliminate contract value leakage through AI-powered autonomous execution and real-time policy enforcement.
SKF India has appointed Madhu Dhandhania Jalan as Director for GCC and Finance Operations to strengthen finance leadership and global capability centre growth.
AI is driving brands to bring ad production in-house, enabling faster content creation, lower costs and greater control while reshaping agency relationships.
Ralph Lauren has appointed Tathagat Varma as Vice President and Head of its Global Capability Centre, reinforcing its technology and operations capabilities.
India and South Africa are strengthening cooperation in AI and emerging technologies to drive innovation, digital growth and future-ready economies.
Airbnb has leased 46,437 sq ft in Gurugram's DLF Cyber City, highlighting India's growing role as a global capability centre destination.
Fujitsu has developed self-evolving multi-AI agent technology designed to improve enterprise automation and adaptive business operations.
ONGC is strengthening its AI-driven digital transformation strategy through a technology partnership with CIPL across enterprise operations.
ANSR and HFS Research have launched a new GCC Quotient framework to assess AI readiness across enterprise capability centres.
FEG has inaugurated a new Global Capability Centre in Hyderabad as companies continue expanding technology and operations hubs in India.
Airbnb is expanding into hotels while increasing AI use for host onboarding, customer support and platform operations globally.
Starbucks has discontinued its AI inventory tool following ongoing product availability and operational management challenges across stores.
Salesforce has expanded its India workforce to 17,000 as the company strengthens AI operations and enterprise technology capabilities.
Wondrlab has invested in BridgeSoul and launched WondrBridge, an AI-led micro GCC venture focused on digital transformation and global capability services.
GCCs are rapidly evolving into in-house marketing, analytics and content hubs for global brands in India.
Adobe appoints Manoj Nagpal as VP to lead its Global Delivery Centre and shared services in India, strengthening its global operations strategy.
Heineken has launched its first Asia Pacific GCC in Hyderabad to support global operations, data and digital transformation.
Zurich Insurance has launched a GCC in Hyderabad to strengthen AI and technology capabilities as part of its global strategy.
Air India is leveraging AI to improve operational efficiency, reduce costs and enhance revenue generation across its aviation network.
Xactly and ServiceNow have launched agent-to-agent AI integration to automate and optimise revenue operations.
CMOs are restructuring martech stacks as AI-led operating systems replace fragmented tools and improve efficiency, integration, and decision-making.
Oracle layoffs highlight how AI adoption is reshaping workforce needs across the global software industry.
Persistent Systems has appointed Pratyush P as AVP Marketing, strengthening its leadership team in line with growth plans.
Martech in 2025 exposed operational gaps. In 2026, the focus shifts to AI agents, system integration, and building scalable, governed marketing operating models.
Anteriad appoints Ramkumar Ramdas as Vice President APAC Operations AI to strengthen regional leadership and expand AI driven marketing technology services.
Mistral AI is in talks to set up a Bengaluru global capability centre as it looks to expand research operations and tap into India’s growing AI talent ecosystem.
GE Aerospace appoints Shilpa Gupta as CTO for India operations, strengthening technology leadership and engineering capabilities in the region.
