Former Infosys chief launches AI startup to challenge IT services

TechCrunch reported that former Infosys CEO Vishal Sikka is building a startup backed by Mayfield and Aramco Ventures to challenge the traditional IT services model with AI.

Key details: Published June 24, 2026, Vishal Sikka previously led Infosys, The startup is backed by Mayfield and Aramco Ventures, The company brings together SAP, Infosys, and VianAI veterans.

Why it matters: AI is pressuring the services model from both incumbents and founder-led challengers with deep enterprise experience.