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Time of India
a day ago
- Business
- Time of India
Google launches Google Safety Engineering Centre, India at Hyderabad
GSEC India to operationalise Google's Safety Charter for India's AI-led TransformationThe first GSEC in Asia-Pacific and fourth globally, brings together privacy engineering, cybersecurity, and responsible AI developmentStrategic partnerships with the Telangana government and academic institutions to strengthen India's digital safety ecosystem Hyderabad, June 18, 2025: Google today inaugurated its Google Safety Engineering Centre, India (GSEC India) in Hyderabad, the first such facility in the Asia-Pacific region and fourth globally. Telangana Chief Minister Shri Anumula Revanth Reddy inaugurated the facility along with the IT Minister Shri D. Sridhar Babu. It marks a pivotal milestone in the company's commitment to securing India's digital future. The inauguration follows the unveiling of Google's Safety Charter for India's AI-led Transformation in Delhi on 17th June. GSEC in India will serve as the operational heart where strategic commitments transform into tangible solutions; and represents a unique convergence of Google's global safety expertise, bringing together teams focused on privacy and security engineering, and advanced cybersecurity capabilities under one strategic umbrella to address India's distinct digital landscape. GSEC India will operationalise the three foundational pillars of Google's Safety Charter—keeping end users safe from online fraud and scams, strengthening cybersecurity for government and enterprise infrastructure, and building AI responsibly—while serving as a regional hub for developing solutions across the broader APAC region. Preeti Lobana , Country Manager and Vice President, Google India, said, " For India's digital engine to keep growing and powering its ambitious future, we must keep building trust in how users and enterprises access the digital landscape. With the inauguration of GSEC India today, we are bringing our global experience and expertise—from cutting-edge AI to foundational cybersecurity and user protection—to realize this commitment. Safety is a shared responsibility and this launch is a call for the entire ecosystem to come together and collaborate to make the entire chain stronger and smarter." Heather Adkins , Vice President of Engineering, Google Security, highlighted, "At Google, safety is built into everything we do, grounded in our 'secure by design, secure by default' philosophy. AI represents an inflection point for digital security - a force multiplier that narrows the gap between defenders and attackers, even eliminating it entirely in some cases . With GSEC India, we're situating these capabilities in India to serve its unique landscape and also be a lighthouse for our global security efforts.' Shri Anumula Revanth Reddy, Hon'ble Chief Minister of Telangana, emphasised, "The establishment of GSEC represents a pivotal moment in Telangana's journey toward becoming a global hub for cybersecurity innovation. This first-of-its-kind facility in the Asia-Pacific region affirms Hyderabad's crucial role in developing privacy, safety, and cyber-defence solutions for the next billion users, placing our state at the forefront of global digital safety efforts. With Telangana's GSDP projected to reach ₹16.5 lakh crore and IT/ITeS exports rising to ₹2.7 lakh crore, supporting over 9.5 lakh high-skill jobs, GSEC's presence will attract top-tier safety engineers and foster collaboration with academic institutions to tackle India's unique cybersecurity challenges while creating thousands of direct and indirect employment opportunities." Shri D. Sridhar Babu, IT Minister, Telangana, stated, "The inauguration of GSEC India demonstrates the power of public-private partnerships in building a secure digital infrastructure for our nation. This center will serve as a catalyst for innovation in cybersecurity, responsible AI development, and digital safety—areas critical to India's vision of becoming a global technology leader. We welcome Google's significant investment in Telangana's ecosystem and look forward to the transformative impact this facility will have on strengthening our state's position as a premier destination for cutting-edge technology research and development." Operationalising India's Digital Safety Blueprint GSEC India addresses India's rapidly evolving threat landscape—where APAC accounts for half of all global APT activity and India faces projected cybercrime losses of up to ₹20,000 crore by 2025—through a comprehensive, proactive approach combining AI-powered threat detection, ecosystem collaboration, and forward-looking policy measures. The facility will operationalise advanced AI and large language models (LLMs) to power real-time scam alerts on Android via Gemini Nano, strengthen Google Play Protect, and enhance fraud detection across Google Pay, Search, and Gmail. It will also tackle AI-driven deception through adversarial testing, AI-assisted red teaming, and tools like SynthID to watermark AI-generated content. GSEC India emphasises ecosystem collaboration and intelligence sharing via platforms like the Global Signals Exchange (GSE), supports education and user awareness initiatives tailored to India's scale and linguistic diversity, and advances research in areas like Post-Quantum Cryptography through partnerships such as its work with IIT-Madras. Building on a Strong Foundation in Telangana Google's nearly two-decade partnership with Telangana began with its first Indian office in Hyderabad in 2004—one of Google's largest base outside the U.S. This longstanding collaboration has driven impactful initiatives, including the AnthroKrishi project using AI for sustainable agriculture, traffic optimization systems with Hyderabad Police, and the launch of a Google Startup Hub to accelerate AI adoption. The partnership also extends to skill development through the Telangana Academy for Skill and Knowledge (TASK), enabling access to Google's IT Support Certificates to prepare citizens for the digital economy, underscoring the state's commitment to leveraging technology for inclusive growth. Global hub for safety innovation GSEC India lies at the core of Google's mission to advance ethical and responsible AI development through rigorous model testing for safety and fairness, robust content policies, and user-focused transparency tools. As a regional innovation hub, the centre will lead the development of scalable safety solutions tailored to India's unique needs, while also supporting Google's global vision for a safer internet. Its strategic role includes close engagement with policymakers, partners, and customers across APAC, reinforcing India's position as a key driver in the region's digital transformation. The inauguration of GSEC India represents a transformative moment for digital safety in the Asia-Pacific region, combining Google's cutting-edge technology capabilities with India's fresher talent ecosystem to build a safer, more resilient digital future for billions of users worldwide.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Google rolls out Hyderabad hub for online safety: Launches first Indian Google Safety Engineering Centre
Google has officially opened the Google Safety Engineering Centre , India ( GSEC India ) in Hyderabad its first such facility in the Asia-Pacific region and only the fourth globally. The launch was led by Telangana Chief Minister Shri Anumula Revanth Reddy and IT Minister Shri D. Sridhar Babu, a day after Google unveiled its Safety Charter for India's AI-led transformation in Delhi. GSEC India will act as a central hub for turning Google's safety commitments into real-world solutions tailored to India's digital landscape. The facility brings together experts in privacy, security engineering, and cybersecurity under one roof. The centre will focus on three key areas outlined in Google's Safety Charter: protecting users from online scams and fraud, enhancing cybersecurity for government and enterprise systems, and ensuring responsible AI development. It will also serve as a regional hub for scaling these solutions across the broader Asia-Pacific region. Play Video Pause Skip Backward Skip Forward Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration 0:00 Loaded : 0% 0:00 Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 1x Playback Rate Chapters Chapters Descriptions descriptions off , selected Captions captions settings , opens captions settings dialog captions off , selected Audio Track default , selected Picture-in-Picture Fullscreen This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Opaque Semi-Transparent Text Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Caption Area Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Drop shadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Operationalising India's Digital Safety Blueprint: GSEC India Takes Centre Stage As India faces a growing wave of digital threats ranging from sophisticated APT attacks (with APAC accounting for 50% of global activity) to projected cybercrime losses nearing Rs 20,000 crore by 2025, Google's new Safety Engineering Centre in Hyderabad (GSEC India) aims to be a proactive line of defense. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Prime Swing Trader Mr. Hemant Shares His Winning Strategy for Free! TradeWise Learn More Undo The facility will deploy advanced AI and large language models (LLMs) to deliver real-time scam alerts on Android via Gemini Nano, enhance fraud detection across Google Pay, Gmail, and Search, and strengthen Play Protect. It also addresses challenges like AI-generated deception through red teaming, adversarial testing, and watermarking tools like SynthID. Beyond tech, GSEC India will foster ecosystem-wide collaboration through platforms like the Global Signals Exchange (GSE), ramp up user education efforts across India's diverse linguistic landscape, and support cutting-edge research such as Post-Quantum Cryptography in partnership with institutions like IIT-Madras . A Longstanding Telangana Partnership Google's roots in Telangana date back to 2004, when it opened its first Indian office in Hyderabad—now one of its largest bases outside the U.S. Over the years, this partnership has driven initiatives like AnthroKrishi (using AI in agriculture), traffic optimization with Hyderabad Police, and the Google Startup Hub to promote AI adoption. Programs with TASK have also helped equip local youth with job-ready digital skills through access to Google's IT Support Certificates. A Global Hub for Responsible Innovation GSEC India isn't just a local initiative; it's a strategic part of Google's global safety vision. The centre will lead the development of scalable, responsible AI practices, support policy engagement across APAC, and create user-centric transparency tools. It marks India's rise as a vital force in shaping global digital safety standards. The launch of GSEC India is more than a facility opening—it's a signal that India will play a central role in building a safer, smarter internet for billions worldwide.
The Hindu
3 days ago
- Business
- The Hindu
3-day IITEX 2025 industrial innovation, tech expo of FTCCI to open on June 27
Trade and industry body Federation of Telangana Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FTCCI) will be organising IITEX 2025, the 2nd edition of its biannual industrial innovation and technology expo, in Hyderabad from June 27-29. The exhibition will feature 110 stalls showcasing innovations in mobility, renewable energy, food processing, smart tech, packaging, cold storage solutions, machine tools, and industrial automation. FTCCI expects over 15,000 footfalls and the exhibition to foster collaborations, tech adoption, and serve as a platform for forging of business opportunities. Entry is free, and the exhibition will be open to visitors from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. for all three days. IT and Industries Minister D. Sridhar Babu is scheduled to inaugurate the expo. 'This year's edition will be larger, more diverse and impactful,' FTCCI President Suresh Kumar Singhal said. The Union Ministry of MSME, The Telangana government, NITI Aayog's Invest India, IT industry body NASSCOM, tech startup incubator T-Hub, NSIC, T-Works, TGREDCO, Atal Incubation Centre, and RICH are supporting the expo, FTCCI said in a release on Monday.
The Hindu
6 days ago
- Business
- The Hindu
Telangana keen on hosting global collaborations: Sridhar Babu
Agro-innovation, AI-driven governance, smart healthcare systems, digital farming, future-ready education, sustainable manufacturing and clean energy, are some of the areas Telangana is keen on hosting global collaborations, Industries and IT Minister D. Sridhar Babu said here on Friday. The Minister, who was addressing Global Leaders' Summit 2025 in which delegates from 25 countries participated, said this seeking to underscore how true partnerships go beyond finances with thrust on shared progress. 'That's why we aim to collaborate globally in a number of areas such as agro-innovation, and AI-driven governance...,' he told the gathering, while citing numbers that make Telangana and its progress an ideal partner. While other States tend to follow trends, Telangana is a pioneer, the Minister said, calling upon investors to 'come to co-create and be a part of a transformative journey.' He said that the State has emerged as a beacon of inclusive growth and good governance, with its GDP reaching ₹16.12 lakh crore, growing at a rate of 10.1%, surpassing the national average of 9.9%; per capita income at ₹3.79 lakh nearly 1.8 times the national average. In the past 18 months alone, Telangana attracted investments of more than ₹3 lakh crore. Life Sciences sector alone received ₹40,000 crore investments and generated more than 2 lakh new jobs. Services sector contributes 66.3% to the State's GDP compared to the national average of 55%. 'Telangana is unstoppable,' Mr. Sridhar Babu said. The Minister's office in a release said the 25 countries included Brazil, Germany, Russia, Cameroon, Malta, the UK, Bulgaria, Belgium, UAE and Dubai. He urged the foreign participants to spread the word on Telangana's business-friendly environment as also the incentives government extended to industries.
The Hindu
12-06-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Telangana making big efforts in energy transition: Sridhar Babu
The Telangana government is making big efforts in energy transition, sustainable urban planning and technology-driven environmental initiatives, Industries and IT Minister D. Sridhar Babu said here on Thursday. It also offers a conducive investment environment that favours innovation, energy efficiency and environmental responsibility, he said, inviting industries that align with such values to make Telangana their preferred destination. Addressing the inaugural session of two-day GreenCo Summit 2025 of CII GreenCo Council that got underway here, the Minister said this while highlighting a multi-pronged approach pursued by the government, which includes the target of generating 20,000 MW of green energy by 2030. The State's Clean Energy Policy seeks to achieve this by encouraging solar, wind, floating solar and hydro energy as well as energy storage projects. The policy is also eyeing 1,418 KTPA green hydrogen projects by 2030. Mr. Sridhar Babu also underscored the need for States with a strong IT industry like Telangana to strike a balance between development and environmental protection, especially in the context of power-guzzling data centres that are a must for harnessing the potential of emerging technologies such as Artificial Intelligence. Over time, with government support industries should adopt green measures in the process making the pollution control boards redundant, he said. GreenCo Rating Platinum Awards for excellence in environmental performance, energy efficiency and green manufacturing practices were presented to more than 60 companies. An exhibition of green products, technologies and services forms part of the event. CII Sohrabji Godrej Green Business Centre Chairman Jamshyd N Godrej, CII Vice President Suchitra K Ella and CII GreenCo Council Chairman Pradeep Bhargava were among those spoke at the inaugural session.
