Companies need flexibility, choice as AI becomes a geopolitical issue (opens original article in a new tab)

Companies seek flexibility and choice in AI as governments increase involvement, with Databricks investing in India and launching new AI tools to manage costs and improve accessibility.

• Companies need flexibility and choice in AI due to increasing government involvement
• Databricks invests $250 million in India to expand R&D and market presence
• Databricks introduces Unity AI Gateway to manage AI token spending and Genie One for agentic work
• India's market is price-sensitive with diverse language requirements requiring localized AI solutions
• Databricks partners with Indian companies like Reliance for sovereign AI services