Yotta Launches Rudra Program with NVIDIA to Boost AI Innovation for Indian Startups

Yotta Launches Rudra Program with NVIDIA for Startups in India

Startups and ISVs enrolled in the NVIDIA Inception and Connect programs can receive cloud credits of up to $50,000 on Yotta's Shakti Cloud. Yotta Data Services has introduced Rudra, a strategic program aimed at accelerating AI innovation for startups, software developers, and service providers in India by leveraging NVIDIA's accelerated computing. The program provides access to Yotta's Shakti Cloud platform, which includes NVIDIA Hopper GPUs and the NVIDIA AI Enterprise software suite. As part of the initiative, startups and ISVs (Independent Software Vendors) enrolled in the NVIDIA Inception and Connect programs can receive cloud credits of up to $50,000 on Yotta's Shakti Cloud. These credits enable extended access to high-performance computing resources for developing and deploying advanced AI models. "We've created the Rudra program to significantly accelerate AI innovation in India," said Sunil Gupta, co-founder and CEO of Yotta. "By offering up to $50,000 in cloud credits and providing access to state-of-the-art infrastructure and expertise, we aim to eliminate financial barriers and foster an ecosystem where startups and ISVs can thrive. This initiative underscores our commitment to empowering AI leaders to tackle both local and global challenges." Available on Yotta's Shakti Cloud for AI and high-performance computing needs, NVIDIA GPUs are ideal for deploying AI models within the country. Coupled with the comprehensive cloud services which includes managed bare-metal GPU nodes, Kubernetes clusters, AI endpoint inferencing, AI serverless inferencing, AI labs, the Rudra program is ideal for startups in India. This would also include availability of LLMs, speech recognition, and multimodal AI models with exclusive discounts for additional cost benefits for NVIDIA Inception and Connect members beyond the free credits. The Rudra program aligns with Yotta's commitment to bolstering India's AI landscape. Over 80% of Yotta's GPU resources are dedicated to Indian customers, ensuring domestic innovation while also addressing global AI demands. "The demand for AI solutions in India is skyrocketing," Gupta added. "With Rudra, we aim to empower startups to create solutions that address critical challenges across industries." Recently, Yotta also acquired IndiQus Technologies, the parent company of Apiculus, a leading cloud platform provider. The acquisition significantly enhances Yotta's cloud and AI capabilities. In September, Yotta launched Shambho, an accelerator program designed to nurture and accelerate the growth of Indian startups in the Cloud and AI sectors. Partnering with Nasscom and the Telangana AI Mission, Shambho aimed to provide startups with world class infrastructure, mentorship and technical support.

Yotta looks to accelerate AI Innovation; Launches Rudra Program in partnership with NVIDIA

AI startups and enterprises can get access to Yotta's Shakti Cloud platform, including NVIDIA Hopper GPUs and NVIDIA AI Enterprise software Yotta Data Services has launched Rudra, an accelerator program designed to empower startups, software development companies and service providers to innovate and scale their AI initiatives rapidly through access to NVIDIA accelerated computing. By extending Yotta's Shakti Cloud credits to members of the NVIDIA Inception and NVIDIA Connect programs, Rudra aims to make it easier for Inception startups and Connect ISV companies to have longer access to NVIDIA Hopper GPUs and the NVIDIA AI Enterprise software platform for developing and deploying cutting-edge AI models. This initiative allows recipients to receive credits of up to USD $50,000 for Shakti Cloud. "We've created the Rudra program to significantly accelerate AI innovation in India, enabling startups and ISVs of all sizes to gain access to the cutting-edge technology, expert guidance, and robust infrastructure essential for transforming their AI visions into reality. In a rapidly evolving landscape, our collaboration with NVIDIA equips startups and ISVs to develop groundbreaking solutions. By providing up to $50,000 in cloud credits, we are helping eliminate financial barriers and fostering an ecosystem where innovation can thrive. This initiative is a testament to our commitment to nurturing the burgeoning AI landscape in India, empowering the next generation of AI leaders to create solutions that address both local and global challenges effectively," said Sunil Gupta, Co-founder and CEO of Yotta. Highlights of Rudra: Access to NVIDIA Hopper GPUs on Yotta's Shakti Cloud, optimized for AI and high-performance computing.Access to all Shakti Cloud platform services, including managed bare metal GPU nodes, Kubernetes clusters, AI endpoints inferencing (including NVIDIA NIM microservices) on tokens usage, AI serverless inferencing for self-developed models, AI labs, AI workspaces, GPU as a service, and more.Training and technical expertise provided by Yotta, tailored to the needs of AI startups and ISVs.To qualify for the credits, startups and ISVs must be members of the NVIDIA Inception or NVIDIA Connect program.Tailored support from Yotta for AI projects focused on foundational models, including large language models (LLMs), speech recognition, and multimodal AI services.Yotta will also extend 'exclusive' discounts to NVIDIA Inception and Connect members for additional requirements beyond the free credits. Empowering AI Innovation in India and Beyond Yotta is committed to supporting India's rapidly growing AI ecosystem by providing businesses of all sizes with the infrastructure, tools, and expertise they need to accelerate AI initiatives. With more than 80% of Yotta's GPU resources dedicated to Indian customers, the Rudra program will foster innovation domestically while also serving global AI demands. "The demand for AI solutions in India is skyrocketing, and with the Rudra program, we aim to support startups in developing innovative solutions to tackle local and global challenges," Gupta added. About Yotta: Yotta Data Services is an end-to-end digital transformation service provider offering cloud, AI cloud solutions, data center hosting, connectivity, and cybersecurity services; cyber-workspaces; managed applications; and a wide range of managed IT services. Yotta operates its cloud regions at its hyperscale data center parks in Panvel (Navi Mumbai) and Greater Noida (Delhi NCR). Yotta's homegrown, open-source-based, feature-rich Sovereign hyperscale cloud, "Yntraa," is MeitY empanelled (VCC and GCC) and is also deployed in large government-owned CSPs on a white labelled / PPP model. In addition, Yotta has launched Shakti Cloud, a cutting-edge platform that leverages advanced AI capabilities, providing enterprises with a comprehensive suite of AI services, including AI labs, AI workspaces, and serverless inferencing, alongside Kubernetes clusters with GPU resources.

Yotta Launches Rudra Program to Drive AI Innovation with NVIDIA Partnership

By extending Yotta's Shakti Cloud credits to members of the NVIDIA Inception and NVIDIA Connect programs, Rudra aims to make it easier for Inception startups and Connect ISV companies to have longer access to NVIDIA Hopper GPUs and the NVIDIA AI Enterprise software platform for developing and deploying cutting-edge AI models. This initiative allows recipients to receive credits of up to USD $50,000 for Shakti Cloud. "We've created the Rudra program to significantly accelerate AI innovation in India, enabling startups and ISVs of all sizes to gain access to the cutting-edge technology, expert guidance, and robust infrastructure essential for transforming their AI visions into reality. In a rapidly evolving landscape, our collaboration with NVIDIA equips startups and ISVs to develop groundbreaking solutions. By providing up to $50,000 in cloud credits, we are helping eliminate financial barriers and fostering an ecosystem where innovation can thrive. This initiative is a testament to our commitment to nurturing the burgeoning AI landscape in India, empowering the next generation of AI leaders to create solutions that address both local and global challenges effectively," said Sunil Gupta, Co-founder and CEO of Yotta.