Bengaluru is often referred as the ‘Silicon Valley of India.’ It has long been a hub for startups and technological innovation. Lately, it has taken a significant leap forward. It has become a major player in the global AI landscape. HSR Layout is the core of the city now. HSR Layout is a neighborhood and has become a powerhouse for AI startups.
Urban Vault is the key player in AI boom. It is a building in HSR Layout. Factor.AI CEO Srikrishna Swaminathan said that it is one building that equips all AI companies. In fact, it is home to several leading AI companies such as Loop AI, Factors AI, Raga AI, Frinks AI and Actyv AI. This is the reason HSR Layout has been turned into a vital hub for AI development.
However, the appeal of HSR Layout as an AI hub is not just about location. It is also about the vibrant ecosystem that it supports. GNANI.AI co-founder and CEO Ganesh Gopalan emphasized HSR’s role as a magnet for tech talent. It is equipped with several startups such as MachineHack Gen AI, Zolnoi Innovations Pvt. Ltd. and HyperVerge. Each startup brings unique AI solutions to the table.
HSR Layout is a part of Bengaluru’s broader AI ecosystem. Karnataka Digital Economy Mission CEO Sanjeev Kumar Gupta said that there are more than 1,000 AI startups in Bengaluru. Initiatives like “Beyond Bengaluru” are expanding the growth to neighboring cities like Mysuru, Hubli and Mangaluru.
Sarvam AI, Krutrim AI and other startups highlight Bengaluru’s commitment to AI innovation. Krutrim AI achieved unicorn status with a $1 billion valuation. It demonstrated the city’s potential to nurture high-value companies. KOGO OS, Karya AI and more such startups are disrupting markets with their AI operating systems and rural employment initiatives.
