Correct Answer : Option (C) - Microsoft
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and Microsoft on Thursday (5th Jan 2023) signed an MoU to help space-tech startups and, in turn, boost the growth of space technology in the country.
"The MoU seeks to empower space-tech startups across the country with technology tools and platforms, go-to market support and mentoring to help them scale and become enterprise-ready..." a statement issued by Microsoft in Bengaluru.
Through this tie-up, space tech startups identified by ISRO will be on-boarded on to the Microsoft for Startups Founders Hub platform that supports startups at every stage - from idea to unicorn.
Microsoft said through its platform, space-tech startup founders in India will have free access to tech tools and resources they need to build and run their business.
Isro chairman S Somanath was quoted as having said : "The collaboration will benefit space-tech startups in their analysis and processing of vast amounts of satellite data for various applications, using cutting-edge methods like AI, machine learning and deep learning."
Microsoft India president Anant Maheshwari said : "Through our technology tools, platforms and mentorship opportunities, we are committed to empowering space-tech startups to drive cutting-edge innovation and accelerate scientific discovery."..
Source : Times of India
