Indian-origin couple gifts $20 millon to American university for focus on AI, advanced analytics
Anuradha and Vikas Sinha have gifted USD 20 million to the University of North Texas (UNT) with a focus on artificial intelligence and advanced analytics while creating new opportunities for students and faculty, a press statement said.
An Indian-origin couple based in Texas has donated $20 million to their former university in the United States to bolster studies in artificial intelligence and advanced analytics. The Sinhas, Anuradha and Vikas, have created a new academic and research center named after them at the University of North Texas (UNT). The endowment will support numerous initiatives, including scholarships, faculty positions, research projects, and innovative technologies.
Vikas Sinha, who now works for Broadcom, emphasized the importance of giving back and enabling others to seize the opportunities he and his wife experienced through education. The Sinhas believe that AI and advanced analytics are crucial for shaping the future and intend for UNT to lead in these areas. The college will focus on both the practical application and responsible governance of AI technologies, fostering a new generation of creators and stewards of intelligent systems.
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