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Mumbai, 3 May 2025: In a pioneering development that places India at the forefront of global discourse on the regulation of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas, Mr. Cyril Shroff and O.P. Jindal Global University (JGU) today announced the establishment of the Cyril Shroff Centre for AI, Law & Regulation at Jindal Global Law School (JGLS), India’s top-ranked and globally reputed law school.

The Centre is established with the generous support of Mr. Cyril Shroff, Founder & Managing Partner of Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas (CAM), India’s leading law firm, through a landmark endowment. This Centre will be India’s first dedicated Centre of Excellence with a focus on the complex intersection of AI, law, policy and regulation.

India, as a growing digital economy, faces urgent challenges in addressing the ethical, legal, and policy dimensions of AI deployment. The Cyril Shroff Centre for AI, Law & Regulation aims to respond to this pressing need by producing rigorous research, facilitating knowledge creation, shaping public policy, and driving capacity-building initiatives. The Centre will engage with legal institutions, think-tanks, government agencies, intergovernmental organisations, corporations, and academia and build responsive AI governance frameworks in India and beyond. The Centre aims to become a centre of excellence to support and co-create ethical frameworks for AI and technology with policy makers and regulators.

The Centre has outlined 10 major objectives that will guide its work. These include:

• Research and Knowledge Creation: Produce cutting-edge research on AI regulation, ethics, governance, and liability.
• Policy Formulation and Advisory: Offer expert policy recommendations to Indian and global regulatory bodies.
• AI and Law Curriculum Development: Develop new courses on AI and law, and offer executive education programmes for legal professionals, policymakers, and corporate leaders.
• Multistakeholder Engagement: Collaborate and establish partnerships with industry, government, academia, and civil society on AI governance.
• Global AI Governance and Ethics: Actively contribute to international discussions on AI law and collaborate with organisations like the OECD, UN, WTO, EU, and G20 AI initiatives.
• AI and Human Rights: Investigate the impact of AI on fundamental rights, privacy, discrimination, and bias, and propose ethical AI regulatory frameworks.
• Legal Tech and AI Regulation: Study AI’s role in transforming legal practice, dispute resolution, and justice delivery, and explore AI-powered legal research, automation, and contract management tools.
• Litigation, Liability, and AI-driven Risks: Address emerging legal questions around AI accountability, product liability, autonomous system, and AI accidents.
• AI and Financial Regulation: Assess AI’s implications for banking, fintech, algorithmic trading and risk management, and develop policy solutions for AI regulation in finance and securities markets.
• Capacity Building and Public Awareness: Organise lectures, conferences and training programmes, and develop educational resources for broader public engagement.

Mr. Cyril Shroff is a third-generation lawyer, who has had an illustrious career spanning over four decades. Mr. Shroff has developed a style and art—deeply entrenched in values—of legal dealings which have inspired and which continue to inspire many young lawyers in the country. Mr. Shroff has aligned the priorities of CAM with national growth, a remarkable sign of his devotion to the country by being at its service. Mr. Shroff believes in the possibilities of technology and that its use and application must be ethical and value-based. He has brought in many technological aids in his firm, not just by way of optimising resources and time, but by attaining precision, accuracy, and perfection to the systems, processes, and products.

CAM commemorates 10 years of its existence in 2025, which builds on a 108-year legacy of Amarchand Mangaldas. These ten years have been marked by consistent growth—evincing respect and credibility—with a clear-eyed focus on the future, championing and adopting technology. His contributions to CAM have been characterised by an “ahead of the curve”, and an innovative, creative and intellectually curious culture. This is being realised through a range of initiatives, the chief among them is the establishment of the Cyril Shroff Centre for AI, Law & Regulation at JGLS.

Affirming his commitment to technology-based growth of the country and society, Mr. Cyril Shroff stated, “Artificial Intelligence is no longer a futuristic idea—it is here, deeply embedded in the way we live, work, and govern. India has an opportunity to take a leadership role in the development of ethical frameworks for policy and regulation of AI and digital technologies.  I am delighted to support the establishment of the Cyril Shroff Centre for AI, Law & Regulation at Jindal Global Law School. This Centre will be a platform for thought leadership, rigorous research, and policy engagement, helping India craft a balanced, ethical, and forward-looking regulatory framework for AI. This commemorates ten years of Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas, which builds on the legacy of 108 years of Amarchand Mangaldas. The values and legacy of this Firm has been about foresight and vision, and an ‘ahead of the curve’ mindset along with character and a commitment of ethical values. Both these ideas will be at play at the Centre, creating a future ready framework for AI, but grounded in ethical frameworks.”

Professor (Dr.) C. Raj Kumar, Founding Vice Chancellor, O.P. Jindal Global University (JGU), remarked, “This is a historic moment for JGU and legal education in India. The Cyril Shroff Centre for AI, Law & Regulation will lead national and international efforts to understand and regulate AI’s transformative impact on our societies. We are deeply grateful to Mr. Cyril Shroff for his visionary support. This Centre will not only strengthen India’s capacity for thought leadership in AI governance but will also set new global standards for research, scholarship, and policy engagement in this critical field.”

Objectives and Vision of The Cyril Shroff Centre for AI, Law & Regulation

As India’s top-ranked law school and among the world’s top 100, JGLS offers global excellence, multidisciplinary depth, and robust research infrastructure, providing a strong foundation for the Centre.

To fulfil its vision and mission, the Centre will build strong partnerships with Indian agencies such as NITI Aayog, Ministry of Electronics & IT, RBI, SEBI, and TRAI; global regulators like OECD, EU AI Act institutions, US FTC, and UK AI Safety Institute; leading universities including Harvard, Oxford, Stanford, MIT, and other AI ethics and law centres; and technology leaders like Microsoft, Google, OpenAI, Meta, and firms in India’s vibrant tech ecosystem.

The five-year strategic vision of the Centre includes inter alia launching interdisciplinary research projects, AI integrated law courses, and executive training programmes. It will develop an AI ethics framework for India and policy whitepapers, providing impactful inputs to government and regulatory bodies. In its pursuit to establish a global AI law network, it will host an international AI law summit, and foster stakeholder collaborations and industry partnerships. It will also establish chair professorships and research grants, and publish scholarly works on AI law and governance.

With a clear mandate and significant investment, the Cyril Shroff Centre for AI, Law & Regulation is poised to become a global hub for research, education, and policy development. It will shape India’s leadership in the governance of AI and emerging technologies, influencing global conversations on ethics, law, and regulation.

Berlin, Germany, and Westminster, Colo.,2 May, 2025 – UP42 has partnered with Maxar, the leading provider of secure, precise geospatial insights, to make Maxar’s very high-resolution satellite UP42 has partnered with Maxar, the leading provider of secure, precise geospatial insights, to make Maxar’s very high-resolution satellite imagery and tasking products available in the UP42 platform, broadening global access to the most advanced commercial geospatial intelligence.

UP42 customers can now directly task Maxar’s very high-resolution constellation, including its WorldView Legion satellites. With Maxar’s constellation able to revisit some Earth locations up to 15 times per day, UP42 customers will be able to access this advanced geospatial intelligence in near real-time. Soon, customers will also be able to order 30 cm-class and 50 cm-class imagery from Maxar’s archive, which can be combined with advanced AI and machine learning technologies to analyze patterns of life.

“Maxar’s integration marks a major milestone for UP42, providing our customers with greater flexibility, scale, and precision,” said Jussi Koski, CPO at UP42. “The ability to directly task Maxar satellites, along with upcoming archive access, makes UP42 a comprehensive source for leading geospatial data.“

UP42’s streamlined satellite tasking interface unlocks multi-AOI uploads, instant price estimates, and order tracking. This enables customers across civil government and a wide range of commercial industries—including oil, gas, mining and energy—to tackle some of their biggest real-world challenges, from infrastructure monitoring to environmental compliance.

“UP42 is a mission-critical partner for civil and commercial customers around the world, and by joining Maxar’s Partner Ecosystem, UP42 can give those customers access to more advanced geospatial intelligence that helps them act and decide with more confidence,” said Anders Linder, SVP and General Manager of Maxar Intelligence’s International Government business.

Customers can now task Maxar’s very high-resolution multispectral and panchromatic imagery on the UP42 platform in both mono and stereo formats.

Chandigarh, May 02, 2025: ChrysCapital affiliate, Sepia Investments-backed Corona Remedies Limited, an India focused branded pharmaceutical formulation company has filed its Draft Red Herring Prospectus (“DRHP”) with market regulator Securities and Exchange Board of India (“SEBI”).

The company is engaged in developing, manufacturing  and marketing products in women’s healthcare, cardio-diabeto, pain management, urology and other therapeutic areas and it plans to raise funds through initial public offerings (IPO) aggregating up to ₹800 Crore. The entire ₹800 Crore is an Offer For Sale. 

The Equity Shares are proposed to be listed on the BSE Limited (“BSE”) and National Stock Exchange of India Limited (“NSE”).

JM Financial Limited, IIFL Capital Services Limited (formerly known as IIFL Securities Limited) & Kotak Mahindra Capital Company Limited are the Book Running Lead Managers to the issue.

Bengaluru, May 2, 2025– Hilton Bengaluru Embassy Manyata Business Park celebrates three transformative years of hospitality by planting roots—literally. In partnership with environmental NGO SayTrees Environmental Trust, the hotel has launched a meaningful green initiative: for every room booked in May 2025, a tree will be planted in the guest’s name, creating a living legacy of sustainability and community impact.

Far from a symbolic gesture, this initiative offers a deeply personal connection to nature. Each tree will be geotagged, cared for by a dedicated local farmer, which will further support their livelihoods, and visible to the guest via a digital dashboard. Part of a farmer-managed program, these trees will have a survival rate exceeding 90%. This initiative represents more than carbon offset—they represent continuity, care, and contribution.

 “Our third anniversary is not just a celebration — it’s a reaffirmation of our values,” said Mr. Manish Garg, General Manager, Hilton and Hilton Garden Inn Bengaluru Embassy Manyata Business Park. “This year, we wanted to create something lasting. Planting a tree for every booking is our way of saying thank you — to our guests, to our community, and to the planet we all share.”

This milestone initiative aligns with the hotel’s broader sustainability ethos. Hilton Bengaluru Manyata is already home to a range of eco-forward practices: a solar-powered hot water system heating 15,000 liters daily, an in-house glass bottling plant eliminating 2,500 plastic bottles each day, and the complete removal of single-use plastics from guest rooms. From eco-mugs to refillable amenities, every detail reflects thoughtful hospitality that treads lightly on the earth.

Since opening in 2022, Hilton Bengaluru Embassy Manyata has redefined premium business travel in North Bengaluru. With nearly 60,000 sq. ft. of versatile event space across 22 cutting-edge venues, the hotel is a preferred destination for MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions). Its strategic location — just 30 minutes from Kempegowda International Airport and within the Embassy Manyata Business Park — makes it an ideal choice for both domestic and international travelers.

 The dual-brand complex, housing both Hilton and Hilton Garden Inn under one roof, is among the largest of its kind in South India, seamlessly integrating work, leisure, and wellness. Guests also enjoy proximity to some of Bengaluru’s top dining, shopping, and entertainment destinations, making it as much a lifestyle destination as a corporate haven.

In an industry driven by moments, Hilton Bengaluru Manyata is choosing to make a mark. With every guest contributing to a greener India, the anniversary campaign serves as a powerful reminder that hospitality can go hand-in-hand with healing the planet.

MIG Cricket Club and CCI A won two matches each on the opening day of the Motiram Cup to make a strong start in the Motiram, Ulla and Kanji Cup Inter-Club Badminton Championships, organised by GMBA, and hosted by Willingdon Sports Club, here, on Thursday.

MIG, helmed by Mangrish Palekar and Ruturaj Rathod, blanked NSCI B 3-0 and then went on to outplay Thakur Sports Club by a similar scoreline.

CCI A, with fancied names like Nigel D’Sa and Siddhesh Aroskar in their ranks, beat NSCI A 3-0, before taking the court again to get the better of P M Hindu Bath 2-1 in the round robin action.

Brief Score

The Chembur Gymkhana beat CCI C 3-0

Parthive Nair/Amey Joshi bt Ketan Patel/Nihal Peerbhoy 15-3, 15-3; Siddharth Gupta (C) bt Rustom Warden 15-10, 15-6; Aman Farogh Sanjay/Suyog Lokhande bt Rishi Agarwal/Ritish Desai 15-9,15-4

MIG Cricket Club beat NSCI B 3-0

Arun Suresh/Siddhesh Raut bt Shreyansh Giya/Amay Vrudhman 15-5, 15-12; Ruturaj Rathod bt Gurpreet Singh 15-5, 15-7; Mangirish Palekar/ Ruturaj Rathod bt Mehull Agarwal/Ravi Kant Mall 15-4,15-7

Brihanmumbai Kreeda Ani Lalit Kala Pratishthan beat Bombay Gymkhana 3-0

Sushrut Karmakar/Anmoal Behrani bt Aditya Khansaheb/Jehan Daboo – 15-7, 15-11; Soham Phatak  bt Viraj Kuvale 9Bombay Gym) – 10-15, 15-9, 15-9; Harshal Soni/Soham Phatak was granted a walkover win against Ayaz Bilawala/Jatin Aggarwal

CCI A beat NSCI A 3-0

Siddhesh Aroskar/Nigel D’Sa  bt Siddharth Naudal/Sunnet Kabra  15-13, 15-11; Jawaduddhin Shaikh bt Siddharth Naudal 15-12, 7-15, 15-10; Harsh Jhaveri/Zarir Warden bt Jai Sonthalia/Yameer Sanghavi 15-12, 15-11

GCH beat NSCI C 3-0

Ishan Thaker/Dhruv Jhaveri bt Aditya Somani/Harsh Shah 15-9, 15-14, 11-15; Parthh Chandak bt Tejas Pikale 8-15, 15-10, 15-13; Atik Shah/Parthh Chandak bt Aryan Ahuja/Tejas Shah 15-7,11-15,15-9

MIG Cricket Club beat Thakur Sports Club 3-0

Arun Suresh/Siddhesh Raut bt Chandan Kashyap/Karthik Laxman 15-5,15-2; Ruturaj Rathod bt Shivaan Mishra 15-4, 9-15, 15-8; Mangirish Palekar/Ruturaj Rathod bt Amit Gupta/Shivaan Mishra 15-10,15-13

Recounting his days at IIM as he addressed the graduating students, their guardians and the faculty, Shri Alok Agrawal said, “Coming back to an IIM convocation brings back memories – telex machines at Bank of America, the early days of computer science and the signature Vadilal icecreams. In just one generation, we’ve moved from punch cards to AI, from waiting days for a reply to being surrounded by satellites. Most things remain the same, except for the advancements in technology and its rapid growth.”

“This incredible pace of innovation is both humbling and empowering. But as graduates of an IIM, part of the most privileged 0.01%, the real measure of success lies not just in what you achieve, but in the impact you make. Use your education not only to build careers, but to shape a more inclusive and equitable society.”, he urged on.

Speaking on the occasion, Prof. Somnath Chakrabarti, Director (I/C) and  Dean of Academics, IIM Kashipur, said, “At IIM Kashipur, we believe management education must stay rooted in the realities of the world it seeks to lead. We are aligning academic practice with global shifts—from AI-driven analytics and sustainable development to India’s rise as a skill-building and manufacturing hub. Our students are being prepared to navigate not only business complexity but also societal change. As educators, we believe that fostering ethical, empathetic, and responsible leadership is as important as building strategic and analytical capability.

Staying true to its distinctive academic philosophy, IIM Kashipur continues to redefine management education by seamlessly blending academic excellence with real-world immersion. Embodying the spirit of “Bharat meets B-School,” the institute’s pioneering Experiential Learning (EL) Program places students at the heart of rural and semi-urban India. Through field-based consulting projects with over 90 grassroots organizations across Uttarakhand, students engage directly with initiatives in sustainability, entrepreneurship, and rural development, transforming management knowledge into meaningful societal impact.

“The Indian Knowledge System (IKS) is a rich repository of traditional wisdom spanning fields like philosophy, Ayurveda, mathematics, astronomy, agriculture, and architecture. Rooted in ancient texts such as the Vedas and Upanishads, it offers deep insights into life and nature. Complementing this is India’s vibrant cultural heritage—reflected in its music, dance, literature, festivals, and crafts.”  Prof. Somnath Chakrabarti highlighted.  “Through the IIM Kashipur education system, we try to instill a robust value system among students, which is essential for shaping responsible, ethical, and empathetic individuals who contribute positively to society.”, he concluded.

National, 2 May , 2025: In a surprising turn amid broader economic shifts, India’s manual labour market is witnessing an unprecedented boom. According to new data released by WorkIndia, the leading blue and grey-collar recruitment platform, job applications by manual labour workers rose by 44%, salaries climbed across all job categories, and smaller cities, led the charge with a staggering 105% increase in applications.

The rise is widespread across industries, including delivery, hospitality, maid services, and driving, pointing to stronger hiring activity and improved compensation. Delivery job salaries alone rose by 24%, and wages for factory labourers increased by 21%, indicating better earnings across traditionally low-paying sectors. Importantly, this growth is not just in numbers; it’s in quality too. Employers are increasingly favouring semi-skilled and experienced workers, even for roles that historically demanded little to no prior experience. In fact, while overall job opportunities expanded, openings exclusively for freshers plummeted by 73%, signalling a clear shift in employer expectations.

The report highlights a story of upward mobility within India’s blue-collar workforce. Workers with education levels of tenth grade or below saw job opportunities rise by 24% to 33%, while male candidates saw a notable 42% growth in openings across key industries. Job applications have increased across all genders, showcasing greater inclusivity within this booming segment.

While the overall outlook is optimistic, a few traditional roles such as office boys, peons, security guards, cooks, beauticians, housekeeping staff, and ward boys recorded a dip in job postings. Certain regions, like Andhra Pradesh, Chandigarh, Himachal Pradesh, and Goa, also saw a slight decline, but these exceptions do little to dent the strong national growth story.

Mr. Nilesh Dungarwal, CEO and co-founder of WorkIndia, commented, “The manual labour workforce is the backbone of India’s economy, and today, they are finally seeing the recognition they deserve, through better pay, more opportunities, and a stronger push for skills. At WorkIndia, we are proud to be at the forefront of this transformation, connecting talent from every corner of the country to opportunities that uplift lives and build a stronger nation.”

WorkIndia’s findings showcase an evolving blue-collar economy, one that is not only expanding but also raising the bar for talent, wages, and expectations, ushering in a new era of opportunity for millions across the country.

By Mr. Vikram Kasat, Head – Advisory, PL Capital

“The Indian equity market ended flat for a second consecutive session on April 30, with benchmarks showing minimal movement amid mixed global cues and cautious investor sentiment. The S&P BSE SENSEX closed at 80,242.24, down 46 points, while the NIFTY50 slipped marginally to 24,334.20. Weakness in PSU banking and media stocks weighed on the market, even as realty stocks saw notable traction. Broader indices underperformed, with small-caps down over 1.7% and mid-caps falling 0.85%, reflecting risk-off sentiment in the broader market.

 Investors remained watchful ahead of key earnings and developments on the geopolitical front. Meanwhile, foreign institutional investors continued to show buying interest, with net equity inflows of ₹2,385.61 crore on Tuesday. Globally, US markets closed higher, buoyed by corporate earnings and easing trade concerns, while Asian markets ended mixed. With markets shut on May 1 for Labour Day, near-term movement will likely hinge on global cues and earnings momentum”

Delhi: TELUS Digital India, a leader in AI-powered customer experience and business process solutions, is included in TELUS Digital’s  global 2024 Sustainability and ESG report, Leading with purpose, innovating with passion, which demonstrates significant strides in environmental conservation and social responsibility. The report highlights the company’s commitment to delivering digital-first, human-centered solutions while actively reducing its environmental footprint.

On the environmental front, TELUS Digital India, in conjunction with the global TELUS Digital organization, has achieved a 2.9% decrease in combined scope 1 and 2 emissions from 2024, setting a clear path towards their ambitious goal of net carbon-neutral operations by 2030. The company’s green efforts have earned top honors for their three major office sites in Gurugram, Mumbai, and Noida, including the prestigious IGBC Platinum certification, the highest rating for green buildings in India. Beyond infrastructure, TELUS Digital India has made substantial progress in sustainability initiatives, planting 2,000+ trees and implementing waste management programs across all their sites in India.

The report also showcases TELUS Digital’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Women now make up 25% of the Executive Leadership Team, 41% of management, and 36% of the Board, surpassing the 30% target. This progress is complemented by a strong 78% employee engagement score, indicating a thriving and inclusive workplace culture.

TELUS Digital India’s social responsibility programs are creating meaningful change. Project Samika, a flagship non-profit program in India, empowers women in IT and AI data annotation, having trained and hired 22 women, with plans to expand. The company has also partnered with Setu to run IT skill centers and vocational training hubs, supported by 33 internal mentors. TELUS Digital India has also worked with NGO partner, Arch Foundation, on a CSR initiative called Educode that equips young minds with essential tech skills and fosters innovation in their communities, benefiting over 687 students across two government schools in Greater Noida, Vedi Kanya Inter College and Maharana Kumbha Inter College.

As part of the company’s broader #GiveWhereWeLive commitment, which aims to drive meaningful change in local communities, employees contributed an impressive 5,300+ volunteer hours, a 41% increase from 2023. Additionally, the company has given 5% more funds for donations and grants, reaching 4,400+ beneficiaries in India alone for 2024.

Employee well-being and community engagement remain at the forefront of TELUS Digital India’s priorities. The company has established a number of Employee Support Groups, including the Connections Women’s Network, and Spectrum for LGBTQIA2S+ inclusion. Both resource groups have been actively organizing educational and engagement activities to promote diversity, inclusion and equity in the workplace.

TELUS Digital India also continues to uphold the highest standards of governance and ethical business practices. The company has reinforced strong AI governance, advanced fraud prevention, and compliance measures to ensure cybersecurity, data privacy, and combat bribery and corruption. An active board of directors oversees the company’s ESG commitments and policies, ensuring strong corporate governance.

TELUS Digital India’s Facilities Director, J Shankar, emphasized the company’s environmental commitment, stating, “We believe true leadership in the digital space comes with a responsibility to the environment. This commitment drives every decision we make, from investing in renewable energy to reducing our carbon footprint. We take ownership of our impact and have made significant strides, but we know there’s more to do.”

TELUS Digital’s 2024 Sustainability and ESG Report demonstrates the company’s dedication to sustainable business practices, environmental conservation, and social impact. By integrating these initiatives, fostering an inclusive workforce, and maintaining strong governance, TELUS Digital India continues to lead in corporate responsibility while driving business success in the digital age.

INDIA, May 2, 2025 – Juniper Networks, a leader in secure, AI-Native Networking, today announced its strong momentum and industry recognition in the data center networking market. The company achieved market leadership in the 800GbE OEM switching market in 2024 and is recognized as a Leader in the 2025 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Data Center Switching, published on March 31, 2025. In 2025 Gartner Critical Capabilities for Data Center Switching report, Juniper also ranked #1 in Enterprise Data Center Network Build-Out and #2 in AI Ethernet Fabric Build-Out. Juniper’s data center networking innovation continues, with new capabilities announced today that dramatically improve performance and economics for customers in the AI era.

“Juniper believes that our position in the latest Gartner reports underlines the strength of our core data center value proposition, which includes simplified AI-native operations, openness that avoids vendor lock-in, industry-leading performance and unparalleled reliability – all driving exceptional customer experiences,” said Praveen Jain, Senior Vice President & General Manager, Data Center & AI, Juniper Networks. “Our data center team is firing on all cylinders with innovation and execution that supports the business needs of a diverse range of enterprise, AI and cloud provider customers globally.”

A Leader in 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Data Center Switching
This new report looks at the data center networking industry through a modern lens, including capabilities for handling new AI workloads. Gartner evaluates vendors based on capabilities such as fabric management, ease of administration, platform integration, among others. The Critical Capabilities for Data Center Switching report is a companion to the Magic Quadrant that evaluates and ranks vendors’ solutions based on overall features, technologies and capabilities. In this report, Juniper scored the highest in Enterprise Data Center Network Build-Out, second highest in AI Ethernet Fabric Build-Out, and second highest in SONiC-Based Data Center Network Build-out Use Cases.

Top Spot in 800GbE OEM Switching Market in 2024
*According to 650 Group’s 2024 revenue shipment report published in March 2025, Juniper now commands a leading 44 percent share of the 800GbE OEM switch market, a critical enabler of the AI data center infrastructure. 800GbE is foundational to AI training, inference and storage clusters plus other high-performance computing (HPC) environments. Juniper was the first to ship 800GbE routing and switching platforms showing exceptional innovation and agility.

Disrupting Networking for AI with Data Center Innovations
Juniper’s data center solution, which is a key part of the company’s Mist AI-Native networking platform, continues to stand out on various fronts including ease of operations, performance, reliability and openness. This includes unique AIOps features for enhanced insights into application behaviors, multivendor intent-based networking for simplified fabric management, and an AI assistant, Marvis, that proactively identifies issues with recommended actions for resolution.

Juniper continues to introduce performance and power optimization capabilities specifically for AI workloads to reduce job completion times, decrease power consumption and increase ROI. For example, Juniper introduced innovative AI Load Balancing (AI-LB) techniques like Dynamic Load Balancing (DLB) and Global Load Balancing (GLB) to address the evolving networking needs of AI workloads. Juniper continues to innovate in this area with the introduction of RDMA-aware Load Balancing (RLB), which improves Ethernet network performance even further by uniquely pinning RDMA flows to deterministic paths to predictably load balance traffic across the network. By dramatically minimizing congestion, consistently achieving near theoretical maximum performance and delivering in-order packets, this eliminates the need for specialized SmartNICs and expensive scheduled fabric architectures.

Juniper also recently released LPO (Linear Pluggable Optics) for the Juniper Networks® QFX Series platforms that reduce optics power consumption by as much as 50 percent, enabling greater GPU scale and ROI. Juniper’s investments in Co-Packaged Optics (CPO) will further increase bandwidth density and reduce power consumption in data centers, especially for critical applications like AI and HPC.

“The cost and scale of our AI services is governed by the performance and efficiency of our AI infrastructure. Juniper’s AI-LB (AI Load Balancing) solution is the right technology to get the greatest AI network fabric throughput and thereby get maximum GPU utilization and performance from the AI infrastructure.”
– Daniele Cesarini, Head of AI/HPC Architecture, CINECA