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A Stanford-educated entrepreneur from Dharwad has unveiled a locally-developed micro chip at a technology summit in Belagavi, marking a significant step in India's semiconductor manufacturing capabilities. The advancement represents growing momentum in the country's push toward indigenous technology development.
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Deepak Shapeti, founder of Morphing Machines and a graduate of Stanford University, displayed a newly-fabricated micro chip at the Belagavi technology summit, positioning it among the first indigenously-built chips developed within India. The demonstration highlighted the state's emerging role as a hub for advanced technology innovation and semiconductor research.
Shapeti, who hails from Dharwad in Karnataka, has leveraged his international education and technical expertise to establish Morphing Machines as a player in India's semiconductor and drone technology sectors. His venture represents a broader trend of Indian entrepreneurs returning to develop cutting-edge technologies domestically rather than exclusively abroad.
The showcase of the locally-manufactured chip comes as India accelerates its self-reliance strategy in critical technology sectors. The government has prioritized semiconductor manufacturing and drone development as key areas for reducing dependence on imported components and establishing domestic manufacturing expertise.
The Belagavi tech summit served as a platform for showcasing such innovations, bringing together entrepreneurs, researchers, and technology leaders from across South India to discuss advancements and collaboration opportunities in emerging technology fields.