DBT Bureau
Bengaluru, 24 October 2024
Infosys on Wednesday said it has strengthened its collaboration with Meta to drive innovation in generative AI through open-source initiatives.
To accelerate adoption of Meta’s Llama stack and spur innovation, Infosys also unveiled a Meta center of excellence (COE) focused on accelerating enterprise AI integration while supporting internal adoption and contributions to open-source communities.
This center will enable a large pool of talent on the Llama stack, develop industry-specific use cases, and collaborate closely with Meta, the company said in a press release.
Infosys is a strong proponent of open-source software and remains steadfast in its commitment to democratizing AI. Leveraging Meta’s Llama stack, a family of open-source large language models and tools, Infosys is driving significant advancements in AI and fostering innovation across industries.
Additionally, as a part of the COE, Infosys launched a dedicated AI Experience Zone for Meta, at its Bengaluru campus. The zone will offer customers a first hand experience of the enterprise AI advancements developed by Infosys Topaz in collaboration with Meta’s Llama technology.
Balakrishna D. R. (Bali), Executive Vice President, Global Services Head, AI and Industry Verticals,Infosys, said, “For Infosys, open-source innovation is not just part of the future, it is pivotal to creating impactful digital solutions that drive growth and efficiency, leveling the playing field for all businesses. The alliance with Meta underscores our unwavering commitment to pushing the boundaries of enterprise AI technology, including gen AI, and fostering innovation that spans industries. By integrating Meta’s Llama family of models into Infosys Topaz, we are harnessing the power of collaboration and transparency to make AI accessible and impactful for all businesses.”
Sandhya Devanathan, Vice President and Head, Meta India, said, “The integration of Llama within Infosys Topaz is a testament to the exciting possibilities of AI to drive innovation and empower businesses to harness the full potential of AI in transforming their operations. Open-source models like Llama are set to revolutionize enterprises, fast-tracking their digital transformation, enabling them to scale, innovate, and compete globally.”
