Microsoft-backed G42 scales Nanda Hindi AI to 87B parameters for India push

• G42 launched an 87-billion-parameter Nanda Hindi AI model, the largest open-source model focused on Hindi.
• The upgraded Nanda model aims to capture India's booming digital economy and promote inclusive innovation.
• Developed by MBZUAI, G42's Inception unit, and Cerebras, it handles formal Hindi, Hinglish, and performs various text tasks.
• The model is publicly available on Hugging Face, allowing startups and enterprises to build applications without licensing.
• Microsoft, a G42 investor, supports the company's expansion into emerging markets and AI development.

Why It Matters: This AI model boosts Hindi language tech, impacting India's digital future.