Ola’s Ambitious AI Push: What You Need to Know
As I sat down to write this article, I couldn’t help but think about the excitement and promise that AI holds for India’s economy. And no one is more bullish on this than Bhavish Aggarwal, CEO of Ola. At the recent ‘Sankalp 2024’ event, Aggarwal announced a slew of AI and technology advancements, including the integration of Krutrim, an AI startup he founded, into Ola Electric and Ola Consumer.
But what really caught my attention was the unveiling of plans for India’s first homegrown AI chip, developed by Krutrim. Dubbed Bodhi-1, this chip is set to support over 10 trillion parameters and will debut by 2026. But that’s not all - Bodhi-2, the next iteration, is expected to debut by 2028 and will take AI chip performance to new heights.
Krutrim Founder Bhavish Aggarwal making the announcement
Of course, Krutrim’s foray into AI doesn’t stop at chips. The company has also made strides in the consumer market with the launch of an Android app for its AI chatbot in May. This chatbot, powered by Krutrim’s multilingual large language models (LLM), supports over 10 Indian languages and is set to compete with the likes of OpenAI’s ChatGPT and Google’s Gemini.
But what does this mean for the average Indian consumer? In short, a lot. With AI-powered customer service tools and chatbots becoming increasingly prevalent, we can expect to see a significant improvement in the way we interact with businesses. And with Ola’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of AI chip performance, we can expect to see even more innovative applications of AI in the future.
The development of AI chips is a complex process
As I reflect on the implications of Ola’s AI push, I am reminded of the vast potential that AI holds for India’s economy. With companies like Ola leading the charge, we can expect to see significant advancements in the field of AI and its applications. And as consumers, we can expect to see a significant improvement in the way we interact with businesses and access services.
But the question remains - what’s next for Ola and Krutrim? With the launch of Bodhi-1 and Bodhi-2 on the horizon, we can expect to see even more exciting developments in the world of AI. And as the Indian government continues to invest in AI research and development, we can expect to see even more innovative applications of AI in the future.
The future of AI is bright
In conclusion, Ola’s ambitious AI push is a significant development for India’s economy and a testament to the company’s commitment to innovation. With the launch of Bodhi-1 and Bodhi-2 on the horizon, we can expect to see even more exciting developments in the world of AI. And as consumers, we can expect to see a significant improvement in the way we interact with businesses and access services.
This article is part of a series on AI and its applications in India. Stay tuned for more updates and insights on this exciting topic.
