In a major recognition of India’s rising influence in the tech world, Reliance Industries has made it to the list of the top 30 most valuable publicly traded global technology companies. What makes this even more special is that Reliance is the only Indian company featured in the prestigious list, as per a detailed 340-page report titled ‘Trends – Artificial Intelligence’.

This report not only ranks tech companies by their market capitalisation but also sheds light on the transformative impact and rapid global adoption of artificial intelligence (AI).

With a market capitalisation of USD 216 billion, Reliance ranks 23rd among the global tech giants.

The Elite List Dominated by US Tech Leaders

The top eight positions are dominated by American technology powerhouses, including:

Microsoft
Nvidia
Apple
Amazon
Alphabet (Google’s parent)
Meta Platforms
Tesla
Broadcom

After the US firms, Taiwan’s TSMC secures the 9th position, followed by China’s Tencent. Reliance proudly joins this league of global leaders, marking India’s entry into the global tech elite.

From Telecom to Tech Powerhouse

Over the years, Reliance Industries has made significant strides beyond oil and gas, investing heavily in technology infrastructure, data centres, chip manufacturing, and energy systems. These investments are aimed at meeting the rising demand for digital services, cloud computing, and AI capabilities.

“The investment is not just in chips, but also in new data centres, networking infrastructure, and energy systems,” the report highlights.

This strategic shift is what has helped Reliance earn a spot alongside tech icons like Apple, Amazon, Meta, Salesforce, and Alibaba.

Global Tech Landscape is Rapidly Changing

The report gives a broader perspective on how the tech world has evolved over the past 30 years (1995–2025). Only five companies have remained on the list through this period:
Microsoft, Oracle, Cisco, IBM, and AT&T.
This reflects how new players have emerged and geography-wise dominance has shifted.

Here are some notable shifts:

In 1995, USA had 16 companies (53%); in 2025, it has 21 companies (70%).
Japan had 9 firms (30%) in 1995; in 2025, it has none.
Countries like the UK, Singapore, Hong Kong, Mexico, and Malaysia, which each had one firm in 1995, are no longer on the list in 2025.
New entrants in 2025 include China (3), Germany (2), Taiwan (1), Netherlands (1), South Korea (1), and India (1).

India’s presence in this global tech list, through Reliance, marks a major milestone.

India Leads in AI Adoption Too

The report also reveals another exciting highlight for India:

India has the highest number of ChatGPT mobile app users in the world.

With 13.5% of monthly active users, India is ahead of even the United States (8.9%), Indonesia (5.7%), and Brazil (5.4%). Pakistan follows with 3%. This data shows India’s growing digital adoption and engagement with AI technologies.

Conclusion

Reliance Industries’ entry into the list of the top 30 global tech companies is a proud moment for India. It’s a clear signal that Indian companies are no longer just catching up but are now leading in the global technology and AI revolution. With strong investments in chips, data centres, and energy systems, Reliance is shaping the future of India’s digital economy.