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Intel India Champions Privacy-First AI as Nation Builds Data Protection Laws

Intel India is advocating for and developing technology to secure AI models and data, aligning with India's evolving Digital Personal Data Protection regime. The company emphasizes delivering heterogeneous and affordable compute platforms to meet India's diverse needs, from data centers to edge devices. A major concern highlighted is the severe digital divide in education, with an estimated one computer for every 100 students. Intel is collaborating with the domestic ecosystem to support government initiatives like Make in India and build a foundation for a robust, homegrown AI future.

Key Points: Intel India on Privacy Tech & AI Growth Amid Data Laws

  • Intel developing secure AI tech architectures
  • Focus on affordable, diverse compute for India
  • Edge AI key for scaling across population
  • Bridging the digital divide in education
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Intel India calls for privacy-driven AI growth as India advances data protection laws

Intel India President calls for secure AI architectures as India develops its Digital Personal Data Protection framework, highlighting education access and local ecosystem.

"Data privacy starts with policy, but... it is also about the technology we can bring so that the model and the data can be secure. - Gokul Subramaniam"

New Delhi, January 23

Intel India is working on technology architectures to safeguard AI models and data, while India develops its regulatory framework under the Digital Personal Data Protection regime, Company's President, Gokul Subramaniam toldon Friday.

"Data privacy starts with policy, but from Intel's perspective it is also about the technology we can bring so that the model and the data can be secure," Subramaniam told ANI, citing confidential computing capabilities embedded in Intel's architecture.

Subramaniam was speaking on the sidelines of an event focused on AI inclusion in India, bringing together academia, policymakers and private companies to discuss how artificial intelligence can uplift, empower and enrich society.

He said a key priority for Intel in India is delivering heterogeneous and affordable compute platforms, rather than a single standardized solution, to address India's diverse requirements across cloud data centres, networks, edge devices and personal computers. Edge inferencing, where AI models run locally on devices, could help scale AI applications across India's large population, he added.

Subramaniam also highlighted the digital divide in education, saying India has an "appalling" ratio of roughly one computer for every 100 students, even by conservative estimates. He said Intel aims to expand compute access so students can move beyond consuming content to creating and innovating, aligning with the National Education Policy (NEP) vision of multidisciplinary and creative learning.

On the government's Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat (self-reliant India) initiatives, Subramaniam said Intel works closely with Indian startups, original design manufacturers (ODMs), universities and independent software vendors to strengthen the domestic AI and hardware ecosystem.

Intel also said it is looking forward to the upcoming AI Impact Summit in February, where it plans to showcase its end-to-end AI compute capabilities from data centres and cloud infrastructure to networks, edge devices and personal computers.

Subramaniam said AI has moved from hype to reality faster than previous technologies but faces challenges, including selecting the right models for specific industries, determining deployment strategies, and ensuring reliable and trustworthy outputs.

He praised government initiatives such as the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), Research, Development and Innovation (RDI) programmes, and incentive schemes including Production Linked Incentive (PLI) and Design Linked Incentive (DLI), as well as skilling programmes, saying they are creating a strong foundation for India's AI ecosystem.

"It's a great time for India because the incentives and initiatives driven by the government are really enabling the industry as a whole," Subramaniam said.

- ANI

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Arjun K
The point about 1 computer for 100 students is heartbreaking but true. We talk about AI, but basic digital infrastructure in schools is still a dream for many. Intel's focus on affordable compute for education is a step in the right direction. Hope it reaches the last mile.
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Rohit P
Make in India for AI hardware is the key! We can't just be consumers of foreign chips. Building our own ecosystem with startups and ODMs is vital for true Atmanirbharta. Good to see Intel collaborating locally.
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Sarah B
While the intent is good, I hope the privacy technology is robust and not just a selling point. Data protection laws need strong enforcement, not just fancy architecture. The proof will be in the implementation.
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Vikram M
Edge inferencing for scaling AI in India is a brilliant point. With our patchy internet in rural areas, running models locally on devices could be a game-changer for healthcare and agriculture apps. Jai Hind!
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Karthik V
The government's PLI and DLI schemes are finally showing results by attracting big players to build here. This partnership between policy and industry is what will make India a global AI leader. Exciting times ahead!

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