Infosys launches advanced AI, cybersecurity & space tech centre in Hubballi

Bengaluru: Infosys on Wednesday launched a Centre for Advanced AI, Cybersecurity, and Space Technology at its Hubballi Development Centre (DC) in Karnataka. This new centre is part of ‘Infosys Living Labs’, a network of over 12 established centres globally designed to help clients accelerate innovation and leverage emerging technologies to future-proof their businesses, the company said in a statement.

The centre, which was inaugurated by Minister for Large & Medium Industries MB Patil and IT and Rural Development Minister Priyank Kharge, will serve clients globally across industries including manufacturing, financial services, retail, and healthcare.

Over 1,000 employees are working out of the Hubballi DC, and the company has also forged strong ties with local institutions like IIIT Dharwad and KLE Tech to drive innovation and collaboration in the region.

Minister M B Patil said, “We are thrilled to see Infosys expanding its presence in North Karnataka by surpassing 1,000 employees at its Hubballi Development Centre. This milestone not only creates vital employment opportunities but also strengthens industry-academia collaboration, paving the way for local talent to thrive in emerging domains like AI and cybersecurity. We encourage Infosys to explore possibilities of expanding its business footprint to other districts of North Karnataka as well, further boosting regional growth and inclusivity."

Senior Infosys leaders, including Sunil Kumar Dhareshwar, Executive Vice President, Infosys, and Rajneesh Malviya, Executive Vice President, Infosys, were also present during the inauguration.

Minister Priyank Kharge said, "The inauguration of this new Living Labs is a testament to North Karnataka’s emergence as a regional innovation hub. It will also drive economic activity, strengthen industry-academia collaboration, and position Hubballi as a vital contributor to Karnataka’s digital future."

Sunil Kumar Dhareshwar, Executive Vice President, Infosys, said, “The new Living Labs is a significant step forward in our mission to deliver AI-driven digital solutions that transform industries. With state-of-the-art infrastructure and an AI-first approach, this centre will help us address key client needs while driving innovation at scale."