Nazara Technologies Partners with Telangana Government to Launch AI Excellence Center

Nazara Technologies has signed an agreement with the Telangana government to establish an AI center of excellence focused on gaming and digital entertainment. The center aims to advance research, development, and innovation in AI-driven gaming, interactive media, and other digital content, leveraging technologies such as VR, AR, blockchain, and Web 3.0.

Gaming and e-sports company Nazara Technologies has signed an agreement with the Government of Telangana to establish an AI Centre of Excellence (AI CoE) focused on gaming and digital entertainment, according to a release on Thursday.

The 'Nazara AI CoE' will prioritize research, development, and innovation in fields like gaming, interactive media, gamified learning, and other digital content using advanced technologies such as AI, VR/AR, blockchain, and Web 3.0.

'Nazara Technologies has signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Telangana,' mentioned the release by Nazara.

This strategic partnership is set to establish an AI centre of excellence in gaming and digital entertainment, showcasing the company's strengths in AI-driven gaming and digital entertainment while positioning Telangana as a global hub for AI innovation.

'Telangana's proactive approach in fostering industry growth through public-private partnerships and policy development has created the ideal ecosystem for this initiative,' said Nitish Mittersain, joint Managing Director and CEO of Nazara Technologies.

The collaboration is expected to propel Nazara's mission of integrating AI and emerging technologies across its diversified portfolio, stated Mittersain.

Telangana Minister for Information Technology, D Sridhar Babu, indicated that the partnership with Nazara Technologies is a significant move towards positioning the state as a global leader in AI-driven digital innovation.

'The Nazara AI CoE will empower startups, enhance skills, and attract cutting-edge technology investments, creating a varied and dynamic ecosystem. By partnering with Nazara, we are committed to driving economic growth and setting new benchmarks in responsible AI applications in gaming and beyond,' added the minister.

(With inputs from agencies.)