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Sky’s the limit Maxposure buys XR trailblazer Neutral Digital for tech lift
MUMBAI: Inflight entertainment just got a futuristic facelift with a dash of CGI and a lot of XR. Maxposure Limited, known for keeping airline passengers engaged at 30,000 feet, has acquired London-based immersive tech specialist Neutral Digital in a move that promises to upgrade more than just seatback screens.
With clients like Indigo and Air India already on board, Maxposure has long been a go-to for aviation content and tech solutions. But this latest deal plugs the brand into a whole new dimension, literally. Neutral Digital is a rising force in XR-driven aviation experiences, with a glittering clientele including Boeing, Airbus, Emirates, and British Airways. From training modules to interactive customer journeys, they’ve been building digital flight decks long before the metaverse made it cool.
As part of the deal, Maxposure will invest in Neutral Digital’s tech and growth while letting the company keep its independent identity. That means more immersive content, smarter integrations, and cross-selling possibilities that would make even seasoned frequent flyers look up from their screens.
Maxposure founder and CEO Prakash Johari commented, “This marks a transformative chapter for Maxposure. By combining our aviation-focused solutions with Neutral Digital’s capabilities, we’re revolutionising passenger experience with next-generation inflight technology that doesn’t just meet airline requirements; it anticipates them. This integration positions us at the forefront of creating immersive, seamless experiences that redefine what’s possible in the skies.”
Neutral Digital CEO Christian Grou added, “The digital world is rapidly moving towards the third dimension, and we are at the forefront of that revolution. This partnership accelerates our vision and strengthen s our ability to deliver transformative solutions to airlines worldwide.”
Together, the two firms are setting out to redefine how airlines engage with passengers whether that’s through mind-bending cabin visualisations, next-gen inflight interfaces, or storytelling that doesn’t just entertain, but immerses. Buckle up, aviation’s digital future just got a serious upgrade.
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OpenAI’s Stargate lead Peter Hoeschele exits with two senior leaders
Trio behind compute push set to join new startup amid leadership reshuffle
SAN FRANCISCO: Peter Hoeschele, a key figure behind OpenAI’s early Stargate data centre initiative, has exited the company, according to a report by The Information.
The departure is part of a broader leadership shift, with two other senior executives, Shamez Hemani and Anuj Saharan, also set to leave in the coming days. All three are expected to join the same new startup, although details about the venture remain under wraps.
The trio played a central role in OpenAI’s Stargate effort, an initiative aimed at building large-scale data centre capacity in-house to reduce reliance on external infrastructure providers. Their exits mark a notable moment for the company’s compute strategy as it continues to scale rapidly.
OpenAI spokesperson said in a statement to The Information, “We’re grateful for the contributions Peter, Shamez, and Anuj have made to OpenAI and wish them the very best in what comes next.” The company also pointed to the recent appointment of Sachin Katti to lead its industrial compute organisation, signalling continuity in its infrastructure roadmap.
OpenAI has indicated that it does not plan to directly replace Hoeschele’s role, suggesting a possible restructuring of responsibilities within the team.
As competition intensifies in the race to build next-generation AI systems, leadership changes in core infrastructure teams are likely to draw close attention. For now, the spotlight shifts to what this departing trio builds next, and how OpenAI adapts as it scales its ambitions.
