Reliance Industries is pushing into the global AI race with AI services for phone calls, mobile apps, and connected homes. The company’s Jio Call Agent can transcribe conversations and perform tasks like booking cabs and ordering food. By embedding the service into its telecom network, Jio aims to make AI assistance a native feature of phone calls. This move could reduce consumers’ reliance on third-party apps and give Reliance a powerful distribution advantage. As India seeks to build domestic AI capabilities, Reliance’s AI ambitions are significant. Why it matters: Reliance’s push into AI could be a game-changer for India’s tech ecosystem, offering a domestic alternative to global players like Google and Amazon.