Artificial intelligence startup Anthropic has signed a $1.8 billion computing deal with Akamai Technologies, aimed at meeting demand for its AI software. The announcement helped lift Akamai’s shares, reflecting investor optimism around long-term cloud expansion with a major AI partner. The deal also positions Akamai to supply key components needed for ongoing AI development.
Krutrim, India’s first AI unicorn, is shifting into a focused domestic AI Cloud Services business. For FY26, it reported sharp growth, including 3x revenue expansion and its first annual net profit. The company says the change reflects a more sustainable, infrastructure-led model, powered by an entirely in-house platform used by more than 25 large enterprise customers across sectors.
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