the Karnataka government convened the ‘Bridge to Bengaluru 2026 – Dialogue with Diplomats’ . Described as one of India’s most significant diplomatic engagements led by a state government, the event was designed to reposition Karnataka not just as a national leader, but as a global hub for innovation, trade, and people-to-people collaboration . The gathering served as a strategic curtain-raiser for the 29th edition of the Bengaluru Tech Summit (BTS) 2026, scheduled to be held from November 17–19, 2026, at the Bangalore International Exhibition Centre (BIEC) under the theme ‘AI & Beyond’ .

Krafton launched its India Gaming Incubator (KIGI) in 2023, the program was structured around a straightforward value proposition: financial assistance and mentorship from experienced game developers. Over two cohorts, 10 studios received funding and guidance, but a critical gap became apparent. “Post second cohort, we saw there are gaps when it comes to acquiring users,” said Anuj Sahani, Head of KIGI and Director of Publishing at Krafton India. “The gap comes down to acquiring users and marketing the game” .