Big Tech is pouring billions into India’s AI infrastructure while providing free tools, subsidised access. This isn’t generosity. India is the largest AI test environment. Its languages, 900-million users and developer talent allow companies to tune models and capture a future market. Billion-dollar investments and freebies are a small premium.
Big Tech is pouring billions into India’s AI infrastructure. This isn’t about generosity
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