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Entrepreneur
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Ciklum Acquires India-Based CodeAstu to Expand Experience Engineering and AI Capabilities
The acquisition of CodeAstu adds deep technical expertise in web and mobile application development, cloud-native technologies, and data engineering to driving dynamic, AI-enabled digital experiences across industries You're reading Entrepreneur India, an international franchise of Entrepreneur Media. Global digital engineering firm Ciklum has announced the acquisition of CodeAstu Technologies, a Pune-based software development company, in a move aimed at strengthening its experience engineering capabilities and enhancing its presence in the US and Indian markets. The acquisition brings into Ciklum's fold a highly skilled team known for delivering high-performance software and end-to-end DevOps solutions, further expanding the company's global delivery footprint. With a workforce of over 4,000 professionals worldwide, Ciklum has built a reputation for engineering advanced digital products, integrating human-centred design with next-generation artificial intelligence. The acquisition of CodeAstu adds deep technical expertise in web and mobile application development, cloud-native technologies, and data engineering—core competencies essential to driving dynamic, AI-enabled digital experiences across industries. "CodeAstu brings not just technical excellence in high performance software development and data engineering, but a culture of precision and creativity that aligns perfectly with our vision for experience-led, AI-powered digital engineering," said Raj Radhakrishnan, CEO of Ciklum. "Together, we're not just scaling, we're reimagining how world-class digital products are designed and delivered." Founded in 2016, CodeAstu has established itself as a key technology partner for startups and enterprises, particularly in the US. The company is recognised for its use of modern, high-performance technologies such as Go, Python, and and for its strategic focus on cloud solutions, mobile app development, and comprehensive QA services. Its Pune-based team plays a central role in delivering scalable, secure, and fast digital solutions. "Joining forces with Ciklum unlocks a new chapter for CodeAstu," said Santosh Mantri, CEO of CodeAstu. "With our shared passion for innovation and excellence, we're poised to deliver next-generation digital solutions at global scale combining deep engineering roots with bold, human-centered design."


New Indian Express
24-04-2025
- Business
- New Indian Express
Ciklum to double workforce in India with new offices in Chennai, Pune
CHENNAI: Experience engineering company Ciklum said on Tuesday it will double its engineering workforce in India and open two new offices, as part of a broader push to expand its global operations. The company plans to open a 15,000 square foot facility in Chennai and a 25,000 square foot site in Pune, aiming to scale its presence in India, which it described as a key hub for digital talent. 'We're making a significant investment in India—doubling our engineering talent and expanding across Chennai, Pune, and other tech hub, ' the company's chief executive officer Raj Radhakrishnan told reporters. Ciklum, which employs more than 4,000 people globally, reported annual revenues of over $225 million. The Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) region contributes about 80% of its revenue, while the United States accounts for 20%. Radhakrishnan said it expects US revenue to double as part of its strategic growth plans. Ciklum partners with firms including Microsoft, Nvidia, and Amazon Web Services, offering AI-led solutions to clients in banking, retail, technology, and healthcare sectors. The company said it is expanding its AI capabilities to deliver faster, more personalized services, and has launched an innovation lab in partnership with SRM Easwari Engineering College in Chennai. The initiative, called Lumina, will focus on research in artificial intelligence and edge computing.