According to reports, IT major Tech Mahindra has inked a pact with New Zealand's University of Auckland (UoA) to drive research and innovation in artificial intelligence , machine learning and quantum computing. The collaboration will enhance the cooperation between industry and academia, to improve UoA graduates' employability.

The MoU will accelerate research and innovation in artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and quantum computing in various industries, including healthcare, banking, financial services, and insurance. It will also include cooperation with the government sector.

The collaboration will introduce the indigenous community to generative AI and its benefits, and provide potential candidates with the opportunity to learn AI, ML, and other emerging technologies by offering internships at Tech Mahindra.

“India has led IT innovation globally for the past three decades, and I envisage it will also lead the AI revolution. This agreement provides a stepping stone for our students to explore real-world challenges and gain hands-on training from accomplished Tech Mahindra professionals," says Partha Roop, Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering and Associate Dean of International at the UoA's Faculty of Engineering.

It has integrated Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles into our core strategy, balancing sustainability and overall profitability in pursuit of a purpose beyond profit. Together, these efforts help ensure a healthier planet for all of us and deliver greater value to our shareholders.

Tech Mahindra's 3-4-3 growth strategy focuses on three megatrends, four big bets, and three goals that go beyond business to drive positive change. By making social responsibility personal, TechMighties is going the extra mile to embrace our mission in everyday life.