Indonesian Telecom Giant Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison Partners with AI Firm AiONOS to Boost AI Adoption

AI solutions firm AIonOS partners with Indonesian telecom major to strengthen AI adoption

AI solutions company AIonOS - the joint venture between travel and hospitality conglomerate InterGlobe and Assago Group headed by former TechMahindra CEO CP Gurnani - inked a strategic partnership with Indonesian digital telecommunications and ICT company Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison, the two companies said on Friday. "AIonOS' expertise in artificial intelligence, technology, and deep domain knowledge will accelerate Indosat's mission in empowering the nation, establishing Indosat as a key driver of Indonesia's AI transformation," they said in a statement. This will build on Indosat's large customer base and early investments in building AI-ready networks, it added. "Indosat's visionary approach for Indonesia, paired with AIonOS' dedication to building AI-native solutions, will deliver innovative technologies that empower enterprises to achieve rapid and sustainable growth," said AIonOS chairman Gurnani, adding that the future needs groundbreaking partnerships at scale. InterGlobe Enterprises group managing director Rahul Bhatia said that in a rapidly evolving world, it is essential for businesses to innovate continuously, focusing on developing solutions with a broader vision to transform and empower industries. He added that using AI effectively is crucial to this transformation, and that this partnership was a strategic move in this direction. The collaboration is expected to advance Indosat's AI initiative - 'Artificial Intelligence for Indonesia by Indosat'. The companies aim to make AI accessible, beneficial, and transformative for businesses and communities across the nation, establishing a benchmark for AI integration and growth in Indonesia, they said. The partnership will introduce solutions for sovereign AI built on resilient digital infrastructure, aiming to impact priority industries like edtech in Indonesia, the companies said, contributing to the country's digital and AI economy and boost AI adoption. It will also bring in enterprise AI solutions for domain-specific use cases such as in aviation, in addition to data-in-a-box solutions, the statement said. Vikram Sinha, president director and CEO of Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison, said, "This strategic partnership with AIonOS is a pivotal step in advancing Indonesia's AI sovereignty and Indosat's larger purpose of empowering Indonesia." Sinha added that integrating cutting-edge AI solutions into digital infrastructure would not only enhance their technological capabilities but also place Indonesia at the forefront of global AI innovation. "Our goal is to harness the power of AI to drive sustainable growth, secure digital ecosystems, and ultimately, improve the quality of life for every Indonesian," he said.

Indosat Teams Up With AIonOS to Accelerate AI Sovereignty in Indonesia

Advanced AI solutions and technologies will be deployed through this strategic partnership. Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison (Indosat or IOH) has announced a partnership with AIonOS, a joint venture between InterGlobe and Assago Group, to spearhead the AI3 initiative - Artificial Intelligence for Indonesia by Indosat. This collaboration aims to advance AI integration across Indonesia through a suite of solutions. Also Read: Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison Partners With Google Cloud to Drive AI Transformation Indosat's vast customer base and early investments in building AI-ready networks provide the foundation for this partnership. AIonOS's expertise in artificial intelligence, technology, and deep domain knowledge will accelerate Indosat's mission to empower the nation, the companies said in a joint statement on Friday. The solutions included in this partnership are: Sovereign AI: A comprehensive suite of AI solutions focusing on offering a plug-and-play platform built on resilient digital infrastructure. This platform is designed to transform key industries, such as education technology, with integrated AI solutions to enhance Indonesia's digital economy. Enterprise AI Solutions: Industry-specific AI tools, like those for aviation, to improve operations and customer experiences. Data and AI in a Box: Solutions focused on fraud prevention, identity security, and privacy-centric marketing technologies to build a secure digital ecosystem. Also Read: Indosat Launches AI-Powered Solutions for Indonesia's Oil and Gas Industry Vikram Sinha, President Director and CEO of Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison, said, "By integrating cutting-edge AI solutions into our digital infrastructure, we are not only enhancing our technological capabilities but also ensuring that Indonesia remains at the forefront of global AI innovation. Our goal is to harness the power of AI to drive sustainable growth, secure digital ecosystems, and ultimately, improve the quality of life for every Indonesian." C P Gurnani, Executive Vice Chairman of AIonOS, added, "The future is now, and it requires groundbreaking partnerships at scale. Indosat's visionary approach for Indonesia, paired with AIonOS's dedication to building AI-native solutions, will deliver innovative technologies that empower enterprises to achieve rapid and sustainable growth." Rahul Bhatia, Group Managing Director of InterGlobe Enterprises, said, "In a rapidly evolving world, it is essential for businesses to innovate continuously, focusing on developing solutions with a broader vision to transform and empower industries. Using AI effectively is crucial to this transformation, and this partnership is a strategic move in this direction." With this partnership, Indosat and AIonOS aim to make AI accessible, beneficial, and transformative for businesses and communities across the nation, the official release said.