Latent AI & InferQ to deliver real-time AI for Indian forces

Latent AI and InferQ have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to deliver artificial intelligence solutions for real-time operations to the Indian Defense Forces.

The partnership will focus on deploying AI model compression and deployment technologies to remote tactical edge devices used by the military, such as drones and unmanned systems. These technologies are designed to empower devices in the field with advanced AI capabilities while meeting size, weight, and power constraints commonly found in defence environments.

The collaboration seeks to address the operational challenges faced by the Indian Defense Forces when working in remote or connectivity-limited locations. The companies' aim is to provide solutions that enable real-time decision-making by facilitating remote updates of AI models and targeting information.

Latent AI's secured edge compression technology will allow defence personnel to utilise optimised and secure AI models. These models can be operated on-site, enabling faster and more efficient decision-making not only in command-and-control centres but also during autonomous or remote operation of military equipment and weaponry.

Forge Innovation & Ventures acted as an intermediary in forming the partnership, bringing together the technical and operational expertise of both Latent AI and InferQ to address defence sector requirements.

Vish Sahasranamam, Chief Executive Officer of Forge Innovation & Ventures, said, "This strategic alliance between Latent AI and InferQ represents exactly the kind of innovation that creates transformative defense technology. By connecting these complementary capabilities, we're enabling a new class of edge AI solutions that significantly enhance battlefield intelligence while meeting stringent security requirements. The partnership establishes a blueprint for effective technological collaboration that delivers measurable advantages to the defense ecosystem."

This partnership is intended to support the integration of artificial intelligence into military frameworks, with particular emphasis on Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) and automatic target recognition (ATR) scenarios. These are use cases where Latent AI has previous experience with armed forces such as the US military and navy.

Specific applications planned include object detection and tracking, threat reconnaissance, and autonomous operations aimed at increasing situational awareness for military personnel. Latent AI's development methods involve a machine learning pipeline with optimisation and security embedded in a single framework, previously deployed within US defence operations and now intended for the Indian context.

Jags Kandasamy, Chief Executive Officer of Latent AI, said, "By deploying AI at the edge, we aim to give our allies the ability to process critical data in real time, even in remote or disconnected environments. This partnership will enable faster detection, tracking, and response to threats, ultimately enhancing the safety and effectiveness of operations."

As part of the agreement, InferQ will act as a value-added reseller, delivering technology-led services to Indian defence agencies. The adopted model follows Latent AI's experience with defence agencies in the United States, such as the Department of Defense.

Latent AI's model compression technology is intended to address challenges associated with limited bandwidth and connectivity in remote regions by enabling efficient AI operation on resource-constrained devices without sacrificing detection accuracy or requiring persistent communication with central servers.

Dr. Neeta Trivedi, Chief Executive Officer of InferQ, said, "Through this partnership with Latent AI, InferQ is poised to redefine the future of defense operations in India by delivering cutting-edge AI solutions at the tactical edge. By harnessing Latent AI's unparalleled model compression technology together with InferQ's expertise and experience in defence and AI technologies, we will empower the Indian Defense Forces with real-time, actionable intelligence in even the most challenging environments, strengthening national security and operational resilience."

The companies have indicated intent to broaden their collaboration in the future, aiming to further develop edge AI solutions to support India's defence capabilities and ambitions in the artificial intelligence sector. The partnership is seen as an opportunity for India to demonstrate technological development and innovation on the global stage.

Broader applications under consideration include providing AI-powered solutions in sectors such as healthcare access in remote areas, precision agriculture, and critical infrastructure protection, leveraging India's technical workforce and expanding technology ecosystem. Both Latent AI and InferQ express a commitment to exploring these uses to advance connectivity and intelligence in line with India's strategic objectives.