Intel Capital to invest Rs.1,894.50 crore in Jio Platforms

Intel Capital to invest Rs.1,894.50 crore in Jio Platforms

Mumbai/Kolkata: Reliance Industries Limited announced that Intel Capital will invest Rs.1,894.50 crore in Jio Platforms at an equity value of Rs.4.91 lakh crore and an enterprise value of Rs.5.16 lakh crore. Intel Capital’s investment will translate into a 0.39% equity stake in Jio Platforms on a fully diluted basis.

Jio Platforms, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Reliance Industries, is a next-generation technology platform focused on providing high-quality and affordable digital services across India, with more than 388 million subscribers.

Jio’s vision is to enable a Digital India for 1.3 billion people and businesses across the country, including small merchants, micro-businesses and farmers so that all of them can enjoy the fruits of inclusive growth.

Intel Capital invests globally in innovative companies with a focus on disruptive technology areas like cloud computing, artificial intelligence and 5G – opportunities where Jio is also innovating and investing for growth. 

Mukesh Ambani, Chairman and Managing Director of Reliance Industries, said, “Intel is a true industry leader, working towards creating world-changing technology and innovations. Intel Capital has an outstanding record of being a valuable partner for leading technology companies globally. We are therefore excited to work together with Intel to advance India’s capabilities in cutting-edge technologies that will empower all sectors of our economy and improve the quality of life of 1.3 billion Indians.”

Wendell Brooks, Intel Capital President, said, “Through this investment, we are excited to help fuel digital transformation in India, where Intel maintains an important presence.”

Intel Capital is the investment arm of Intel Corporation, a leader in the semiconductor industry, shaping the data-centric future with computing and communications technology that is the foundation of global innovations.

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