Vishal Sikka, ex-Infosys CEO, has started a new venture aimed at shaking up the IT services sector. The startup is backed by venture firms Mayfield and Aramco Ventures. It brings together experienced professionals from SAP, Infosys, and VianAI to drive innovation and change in the industry.
Vishal Sikka Launches Startup to Challenge IT Services Industry

The Gist
“Vishal Sikka, former Infosys chief, launches a new startup backed by Mayfield and Aramco Ventures to disrupt IT services.”

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