Is the global AI race about to get a major Indian boost?
OpenAI, the firm behind ChatGPT, has unveiled ‘Grove’, an exclusive mentorship program designed for early-stage AI entrepreneurs. This move comes as the generative AI landscape explodes globally, creating a fierce race for talent and innovation. For the handful of founders selected, this initiative offers direct access to the minds building the future of AI, providing unparalleled technical guidance and network opportunities. The immediate implication is a significant acceleration for these startups, handing them a unique strategic advantage in an increasingly crowded market. From our perspective, this is more than a program; it’s a strategic ecosystem play. It signals a trend where platform leaders are moving beyond just providing tools to actively shaping their own application layer. For the Indian ecosystem, this will likely create a new class of highly competitive AI startups, forcing local incubators and VCs to elevate their value propositions beyond capital. As platform crea...