BITS Pilani Dubai Campus (BPDC) has established the Ankitt Gaur Centre of Excellence in Blockchain & AI Research, following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).
This marks the first endowment from a Work Integrated Learning Programme (WILP) alumnus, Ankitt Gaur, Founder & CEO of OrbitXPay and a distinguished alumnus (2007-2009 Batch) of BPDC.
The Ankitt Gaur Centre of Excellence seeks to emerge as a premier hub for research, innovation, and incubation in Blockchain, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Web3 technologies. It aims to bridge the gap between academia and industry, driving innovation, entrepreneurship, and start-ups growth.
Prof. Souri Banerjee Director – BITS Pilani Dubai Campus
“We are immensely proud to formalize this MoU with Ankitt Gaur. This generous funding is a transformative milestone for our campus, enabling unparalleled opportunities in Blockchain and AI research and innovation. It reflects the enduring bond our alumni share with their alma mater and their commitment to shaping the future of technology.”
Ankitt Gaur stated that, “BITS Pilani has played a pivotal role in shaping my career. As a proud alumnus, this commitment reflects my gratitude and vision to inspire innovation and technological advancement. Through this center, I hope to empower innovators, students, and researchers to lead in the fields of AI, Blockchain, and Web3.”
The new Centre of Excellence will serve as a thriving platform for students and researchers to collaborate on cutting-edge projects, driving global leadership in next-generation technologies. It seeks to enhance the synergy between academia and industry, catalyzing research and start-up ecosystems.
“This is a landmark moment for BITS Pilani and its alumni community. Ankitt Gaur’s contribution underscores how our alumni are advancing cutting-edge research and creating opportunities for future generations. It will provide significant impetus to strengthening the start-up ecosystem with a focus on Blockchain and AI applications,” added Prof. Arya Kumar, Dean of Alumni Relations Division, BITS Pilani.
Established in 2000, the Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS) Pilani, Dubai Campus, is a leading institution for engineering and technology education, recognized for its commitment to quality education.
