Synaptics and embedUR are collaborating to develop cost-effective AI chips for India, aiming to upgrade the country's chip infrastructure amidst a shift towards edge computing. Their partnership focuses on creating energy-efficient devices with prices ranging from $10 to $20. The initiative leverages India's skilled engineering workforce, particularly in Tamil Nadu, and aims to democratize AI for mid-market products, potentially transforming the consumer market and driving economic changes in the region.