Infosys Foundation USA opens Tech Innovation Lab in North Carolina

Infosys Foundation USA opens Tech Innovation Lab in North Carolina

Offers learners 11,000 free Infosys Springboard courses for upskilling in GenAI and STEM education.

Charlotte, North Carolina - August 29, 2024

Infosys Foundation USA, a non-profit organization committed to bridging the digital skills divide, today announced the launch of the Tech Innovation Lab at Discovery Place Science in Charlotte, NC. The lab serves as a space for deep learning and exploration through the Infosys Springboard next-generation digital learning platforms offering of over 11,000 free courses.

Infosys Springboard delivers the latest in technology trends and professional skilling alongside virtual labs, secure assessments, social learning features, gamification and learning analytics, making the tool a crucial next-generation learning platform. Learners have access to extensive learning content including free courses in GenAI and emerging technologies as well as a vast library of educational tools for teaching computer science and maker education. Through individual account creation, learners can have a unique, personalized experience of curated learning paths, certificates, and collaborative features. Since its launch, Infosys Springboard continues to expand its reach to learners as part of the Infosys ESG Vision 2030 commitment to reach 10 million learners globally by 2025.

The immersive GenAI-led experiences, originally developed in the Infosys Living Labs, are designed to amplify the human potential of learners and visitors to the space. The Tech Innovation Lab features a GenAI Avatar, listening and responding to questions in real-time, and a GenAI-powered story generation wall called TogetherTales so students, adults and families can design personalized AI-generated creations.

Kate Maloney, Executive Director of Infosys Foundation USA, said, "Infosys Foundation USA is thrilled to announce this first ever Tech Innovation Lab as part of our commitment to bring inclusive digital skills to all. This is a unique space that introduces cutting-edge technology demonstrations to showcase the Infosys Springboard digital learning platforms. We hope the Charlotte, NC community feels empowered to engage in technology exploration in this dynamic environment, which has been specifically designed to empower learners from a multitude of backgrounds to personalize and accelerate their digital learning."

Dennis Gada, EVP and Global Head of Banking and Financial Services, said, "Infosys' commitment to digitally upskill 10 million learners by 2025 is fundamental to the company's ongoing ESG Vision 2030. This collaboration between Infosys Foundation USA and the Discovery Place Science allows us to reach many Charlotte-based students ranging from elementary school and high school to parents and adult learners. Students in Charlotte can interact with the latest GenAI technologies at our engaging exhibit and pursue a variety of content related to the latest technology trends. We are committed to Charlotte, which is rapidly expanding as a hub for technology, and the Tech Innovation Lab will extend our engagement with the wider community."

Catherine Wilson Horne, President and CEO, Discovery Place Science, said, "Discovery Place Science is thrilled to collaborate with Infosys Foundation USA on this groundbreaking Tech Innovation Lab. As a leader in STEM education in the Carolinas, this collaboration aligns with our mission to create transformative experiences that enable our community to understand, enjoy and apply science to their lives. We are excited to provide Museum guests with cutting-edge tools to explore GenAI and digital technologies to further bridge the gap between education and technology and inspire future generations of critical thinkers and innovators."

Infosys Springboard delivers top-tier digital learning experiences powered by GenAI. It features self-paced, on-demand learning options and is regularly updated with the latest content and capabilities to stay at the forefront of educational technology.

About Infosys Foundation USA

The Foundation's mission is to expand access to computer science and maker education for K-12+ students and educators across the USA, while working to upskill all learners for 21st century technology-enabled opportunities. The Foundation achieves impact through the delivery of professional development programs for educators; partnerships with leading nonprofits that reach the most underrepresented; innovative media campaigns and awards that inspire everyone to be creators, not just consumers, of technology and the Infosys Springboard USA digital learning platforms offering the latest technology trends and professional upskilling to all learners. For more information, visit infosys.org/USA.

About Infosys

Infosys is a global leader in next-generation digital services and consulting. Over 335,000 of our people work to amplify human potential and create the next opportunity for people, businesses and communities. With over four decades of experience in managing the systems and workings of global enterprises, we expertly steer clients, in more than 50 countries, as they navigate their digital transformation powered by the cloud. We enable them with an AI-powered core, empower the business with agile digital at scale and drive continuous improvement with always-on learning through the transfer of digital skills, expertise, and ideas from our innovation ecosystem. We are deeply committed to being a well-governed, environmentally sustainable organization where diverse talent thrives in an inclusive workplace.

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About Discovery Place Science

Discovery Place Science is the leading hub for science learning in the Carolinas-dedicated to the exchange of ideas, scientific exploration and creative expression to stimulate innovative problem-solving and learning. The Museum brings relevant, contemporary science to life through groundbreaking exhibitions, interactive educational programming and hands-on activities. Located in Uptown Charlotte at 301 N. Tryon Street, convenient parking is available in the Museum's parking deck-the Carol Grotnes Belk Complex-at the corner of Sixth and Church streets. For more information about Discovery Place Science visit discoveryplace.org.

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