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India Turns to Startups for AI Weapons, Stealth Tech and Space Surveillance: Dr G Satheesh Reddy
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2m ago
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India is leveraging its startup ecosystem to develop advanced military technologies, including AI-powered weapons, drone systems, and space-based surveillance. Former DRDO chairman Dr. G Satheesh Reddy highlighted at the MATRIX Summit 2025 that over 1,000 startups currently contribute to India's defense and aerospace sectors, enabled by programs like IDEX and TDF. These initiatives support the co-development of tech with the armed forces, promoting agile, tech-driven solutions over traditional, longer development cycles.
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India's defence-tech startups powering Atmanirbhar Bharat
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Amid rising India-Pak tensions, India's defence tech startups are bolstering military innovation under 'Make In India'. From ideaForge's drones to Sagar Defence's unmanned naval systems & Digantara's space surveillance, these companies drive indigenous, cutting-edge solutions for intelligence, surveillance, and training, reducing foreign dependence and strengthening national defence preparedness.
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Indian AI startup beats OpenAI, Google to become world’s number 1
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1y ago
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Indian startup JiviAI, founded by Ankur Jain and G V Sanjay Reddy, announced that their language-learning AI, Jivi MedX, outperformed Google and OpenAI in medical benchmarks with an average score of 91.65. The Gurugram-based company plans to launch Jivi MedX in August 2024. Co-founder Reddy expressed pride in making top-tier healthcare accessible globally. JiviAI was incorporated in January 2024.
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Should your startup be in stealth mode?
Internet
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1y ago
Medial
This article discusses the pros and cons of operating a startup in stealth mode. While stealth can protect IP and allow for a controlled launch, it also limits user feedback, funding opportunities, and ecosystem integration. Stealth mode can be beneficial for specific industries like deep tech or pharma, but generally isn't recommended unless the founder is experienced. The article provides examples of successful stealth startups.
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Pentagon's AI initiatives accelerate hard decisions on lethal autonomous weapons
Economic Times
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1y ago
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The U.S. military's Replicator initiative aims to deploy thousands of inexpensive, AI-enabled autonomous vehicles by 2026, focusing on small, smart, and cheap platforms. It involves AI in surveillance drones, predicting maintenance needs for Air Force planes, and tracking space rivals. Replicator faces challenges in funding and technology maturity. Despite concerns about fully autonomous lethal weapons, experts predict their deployment in the next few years, relegating humans to supervisory roles. The initiative signifies the Pentagon's push to leverage AI in military innovation and maintain competitiveness with China.
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Indian space tech firm Digantara eyes $30 million revenue with US expansion
Economic Times
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7m ago
Medial
Indian space tech firm Digantara plans to expand into the US, targeting $25-$30 million in revenue over the next two years by capitalizing on the $60 billion space surveillance market. The Bengaluru startup will invest $10-$15 million to establish a manufacturing facility in Colorado. Digantara has contracts with US defense agencies, including launching a surveillance satellite with SpaceX. The expansion aims to enhance space surveillance and address space traffic and debris concerns globally.
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Mysterious National Security Threat Hyped By Republicans Likely Nukes In Space: Report
Gizmodo
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1y ago
Medial
The House Intelligence Committee released a statement warning of a "national security threat," without providing specific details. A report from ABC News suggests that the intelligence involves Russia's desire to put nuclear weapons into space, potentially for use against satellites. While any threat to US satellites should be taken seriously, the report appears underwhelming, and lawmakers' motives for hyping the potential threat may be related to the reauthorization of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act. It remains unclear why nuclear weapons would be necessary for targeting satellites.
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Innovators of change: 10 trailblazers redefining the future
YourStory
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5m ago
Medial
India's entrepreneurial ecosystem is thriving, led by visionary leaders transforming various industries. Dr. Anita Rajpurohit advances IVF treatments in rural areas; Ajay Ajmera empowers women through the textile industry; Krishna Jadhav pioneers ethical AI solutions; Dr. Lion Y Kiron leads Suchirindia Group; and Rajesh Nagardas Gandhi excels in non-destructive testing. Other notable leaders include CA Swati Panchal in finance, Dr. Sailaja Reddy in radiology, Prof Dilip K Prasad in medtech innovation, and Swami Kakarla in SaaS and social impact. These leaders propel India’s growth with groundbreaking ideas and community-focused initiatives.
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The AI of war: computers and autonomous killing
Economic Times
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1y ago
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The potential impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on warfare, particularly in the context of China's growing investment in AI technology. It mentions that weapons can be transformed into autonomous systems using AI algorithms, allowing them to locate, select, and attack targets without human intervention. The article also highlights the ethical concerns surrounding autonomous weapons, such as the possibility of mass destruction if they are cheap and easy to produce. Additionally, it explores the use of autonomous vehicles for reconnaissance and surveillance purposes, as well as the importance of data in AI warfare.
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Experts praise India's space policy reforms at Startup Mahakumbh
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5m ago
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A distinguished panel hosted at the Defence and Space Tech pavilion during the first day of Startup Mahakumbh 2025 brought together leaders from India's private space sector, highlighting that regulatory reforms have catalysed growth, innovation, and global competitiveness. The Defence & Space Tech Pavilion is co-anchored by Dr Vinod Kumar, Director, Promotion Directorate, IN-SPACe.
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Assert AI turns CCTV into smart eyes for global factories
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Assert AI, founded by Job Philip, Shalabh, and Nitin Jain, turns existing CCTV feeds into intelligent, real-time insights for factories, offices, and warehouses. With its no-code platform Pratham, anyone can deploy AI-powered safety and operations tools without coding. Backed by $7.1 million in funding, the startup is expanding globally while navigating the ethics of workplace surveillance.
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