Yotta Data Services has announced the appointment of Anil Pawar as its chief AI officer and head of its AI Cloud Business Unit. This move marks the next phase in Yotta’s AI strategy and builds on the company’s multi-million-dollar investment in its AI offerings.
In his new role, Pawar will oversee strategic initiatives such as AI-as-a-service (AIaaS), AI platform-as-a-service (AIPaaS), AI software-as-a-service (AISaaS), and the large language model (LLM) marketplace within the Shakti Cloud Business Unit. He will report directly to Yotta co-founder, MD and CEO Sunil Gupta.
Pawar’s appointment comes as Yotta transitions its focus towards cloud services platforms, such as Shakti and Yntraa, aligning with the company’s strategic shift. His most recent stint was as the head of tech strategy at Rakuten Japan, where he oversaw AI programs and AI cloud transformation initiatives. He has also been instrumental in establishing one of the world’s largest data-driven networks at Reliance Jio.
Commenting on the appointment, Sunil Gupta said, “Anil brings with him his rich experience in the field of AI and digital transformation. I’m optimistic that in his new role at Yotta, he will help strengthen our position and help our clients unlock their true potential.”
Pawar, an industry veteran with over 25 years of experience and multiple US patents in diverse communication technologies, expressed his excitement about joining Yotta. “The opportunity to leverage AI and cloud technologies to drive innovation and create value for customers is truly enticing. I look forward to working with the talented team at Yotta to deliver cutting-edge solutions and drive growth in the Shakti AI Cloud Business Unit,” he said.
With Pawar at the helm of its AI initiatives, Yotta aims to reinforce its commitment towards enabling India’s digitisation while driving growth in the Shakti AI Cloud Business Unit.
