KDEM NEWSLETTER
October 2023 - February 2024
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Message from our Leaders
Welcome to the Quarterly Newsletter of KDEM! Join us in accelerating the growth of Karnataka’s digital economy. As Chairman of the Karnataka Digital Economy Mission, I’m excited to lead this industry-driven initiative, fostering innovation, entrepreneurship, and talent creation. Let’s create a vibrant ecosystem for a thriving digital economy in Karnataka!
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Activities
US Roadshow
- 28th Apr - 2nd May
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HBD Cluster
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Beyond Bengaluru Cluster Details
Activities
The Big Tech Show, Mysuru 2023
- 2nd & 3rd October 2023
The Mysuru Big Tech Show 2023 showcased Mysuru as an emerging tech hub, emphasizing government support for tech innovations and startups through policies and Centers of Excellence. The event highlighted the city’s potential for cyber security, Global Capability Centers, and technological investments, marking a strategic push to extend Karnataka’s technological development beyond Bengaluru​.
Hubballi-Dharwad-Belagavi Techceleration 2023
- 15th December 2023
The Hubballi-Dharwad-Belagavi Techceleration 2023 fostered significant advancement within the HDB cluster, evidenced by strategic partnerships and industry commitment to innovation and entrepreneurship, culminating in tangible developments such as product launches and company establishments. This event reflected the dynamic growth of the region’s tech ecosystem and underscored its potential to become a central hub for technology and innovation.
Mangaluru Technovanza 3.0
- 6th Feb 2024
Mangaluru Technovanza 3.0 solidified the city’s identity as the “#SiliconBeachOfIndia,” reflecting its ascent as a prominent tech hub with a focus on substantial IT workforce growth, the establishment of new companies, and the diversification of its technological sectors. The event underscored the city’s strategic initiatives in the Smart City project, aiming to transform it into a more efficient and liveable urban area, indicative of its evolving influence in Karnataka’s economic landscape​​.
Belagavi Blue
- 26/10/2023
Mangaluru Technovanza 3.0 solidified the city’s identity as the “#SiliconBeachOfIndia,” reflecting its ascent as a prominent tech hub with a focus on substantial IT workforce growth, the establishment of new companies, and the diversification of its technological sectors. The event underscored the city’s strategic initiatives in the Smart City project, aiming to transform it into a more efficient and liveable urban area, indicative of its evolving influence in Karnataka’s economic landscape​​.
Mysuru Blue
- 02/11/2023
Mangaluru Technovanza 3.0 solidified the city’s identity as the “#SiliconBeachOfIndia,” reflecting its ascent as a prominent tech hub with a focus on substantial IT workforce growth, the establishment of new companies, and the diversification of its technological sectors. The event underscored the city’s strategic initiatives in the Smart City project, aiming to transform it into a more efficient and liveable urban area, indicative of its evolving influence in Karnataka’s economic landscape​​.
Mangaluru Blue
- 11/11/2023
Mangaluru Technovanza 3.0 solidified the city’s identity as the “#SiliconBeachOfIndia,” reflecting its ascent as a prominent tech hub with a focus on substantial IT workforce growth, the establishment of new companies, and the diversification of its technological sectors. The event underscored the city’s strategic initiatives in the Smart City project, aiming to transform it into a more efficient and liveable urban area, indicative of its evolving influence in Karnataka’s economic landscape​​.
Activities
IESA Vision Summit 2024
- 24th and 25th January
The Vision Summit 2024, organized by IESA in Bengaluru, highlighted the prowess of the Indian embedded electronic industry, attracting key global semiconductor and ESDM stakeholders. The event, themed ‘Design-Led Manufacturing – Leveraging the Semiconductor Ecosystem,’ featured insights from government officials and industry leaders, showcasing India’s ESDM growth and government backing. Contributions from international companies such as Arm and Lam Research underlined the summit’s significance in promoting innovation and collaboration.
KDEM-SIA Conference: Fostering Growth in Karnataka's ESDM Sector
- 24th January 2024
During the IESA Vision Summit 2024, KDEM interacted with SIA representatives with the objective of shaping the future of the Karnataka ESDM sector. This interaction sparked focused discussions on potential global collaborations, investment avenues, and the development of local talent. Through this engagement, KDEM aims to enhance innovation, research, and the growth of industry clusters, emphasizing the conference’s impact on facilitating meaningful partnerships and opportunities within the sector.
Activities
Job Fair in Partnership With KSDC in Kalburgi
- 13th October 2023
Karnataka Skill Development Corporation supported by KDEM, organized a transformative job drive in Sedam, Kalaburagi district, Karnataka, significantly impacting the local workforce. This initiative highlighted the region’s untapped potential and underscored the value of skill development programs in enhancing employment opportunities. The event resulted in 857 job offers and 1393 candidates shortlisted for further interviews, marking a significant stride in Sedam’s talent utilization and employment landscape.
W@W Conclave 2023 - Mysuru
- 2nd November 2023)
KDEM, together with Karnataka Skill Development Corporation (KSDC), hosted the Women@Work (W@W) conclave, focusing on enhancing gender diversity, empowering women, and boosting their workforce participation. The event was dedicated to reinforcing corporate initiatives aimed at enriching the female workforce, offering a valuable forum for potential job seekers to explore employment avenues and identify skill development needs.