IBM has partnered with Manipal Institute of Technology (MIT) Bengaluru and CHRIST (Deemed to be University) to establish AI-focused centres to expand access to advanced computing, enterprise AI technologies, research and skilling. The Lab will provide advanced AI computing resources, research infrastructure, and digital skilling opportunities to students, researchers, and institutions across India. Through IBM SkillsBuild, IBM’s free technology education program, MIT BLRU will establish an AI Learning Initiative. “I commend MIT, BLRU and IBM on launching the IBM-MIT AI Lab and their shared commitment to advancing AI education and nurturing future-ready talent. Participants will have access to IBM technologies to build enterprise AI applications through interdisciplinary research and solution development.