Fujitsu launches new research centre in India

Japan-based Fujitsu has announced a key development in its global innovation strategy with the establishment of a new research centre ‘Fujitsu Research of India Private Limited’ (FRIPL). It represents the latest addition to Fujitsu’s global R&D network and will focus on research and development into artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) technologies, as well as quantum software. As one of its first key initiatives, FRIPL will embark on joint research with the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Hyderabad and the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru to promote innovation in leadingedge AI technologies. The joint research activities will initially focus on improving the accuracy and resilience of AI and machine learning technology. R&D with the IIT Hyderabad will focus on AI technology to discover causal relationships with higher accuracy, while collaboration with the IISc will centre on technology to automatically generate AI through autonomous training in response to various environmental changes.