We are excited to share that VASBEAM participated in the second edition of the Indian Navy’s Naval Innovation and Indigenisation Seminar, Swavalamban 2023. The event took place on October 4-5, 2023, in New Delhi, bringing together a diverse group of participants including industry leaders, academia, policymakers, and senior government officials.
Swavalamban 2023 aimed to foster innovation and self-reliance in defense technology. The seminar included interactive sessions on various themes such as innovation, naval armament, aviation, and indigenization. These discussions provided valuable insights and opportunities for collaboration to enhance India’s defense capabilities.
VASBEAM had the honor of presenting our advancements in beamforming technology, which are crucial for modern communication systems. Our presentation received significant appreciation from the attendees, including distinguished guests and senior officials from the Indian Navy. This recognition underscores our commitment to contributing to the nation’s defense technology landscape and supporting the Indian Navy’s mission for self-reliance. Their appreciation and encouragement reinforce our dedication to innovation and excellence.
The VLSI Design Conference 2023, held in Hyderabad from January 8 to January 12, 2023, focused on ‘Semiconductors Driving Disruptive Innovations in Global Digitalization’. A key highlight of the conference was the Startups Investor Connect held on January 12, where emerging startups in the VLSI and embedded sectors pitched their ideas to leading investors.
The event featured participation from notable startups such as Anew Design Automation, Lightspeed Photonics, Vasbeam, and Cyrrup. These startups showcased innovative ideas aimed at shaping the future of semiconductor design and embedded systems.
Minister of State for Electronics & IT and Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Rajeev Chandrasekhar, had announced the Future Design Programme, committing $200 million to startups involved in designing IP, tools, or devices for next-generation applications in India. The programme was part of the broader $10 billion India Semiconductor Mission aimed at fostering a vibrant semiconductor ecosystem in India.
The conference brought together industry professionals, academia, researchers, and government organizations to discuss advancements in VLSI technology and foster collaborations that drove technological innovation and economic growth in India.