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NVIDIA & xAI build supercomputer to power AI training
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NVIDIA & xAI build supercomputer to power AI training

NVIDIA has unveiled the xAI Colossus supercomputer in Memphis, boasting 100,000 Hopper GPUs and claiming to be the world's most powerful AI training system.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 31st Oct 2024
AMD to acquire Silo AI for USD $665 million in AI expansion
DataCentre infrastructure

AMD to acquire Silo AI for USD $665 million in AI expansion

AMD plans to acquire Silo AI, Europe's largest private AI lab, for USD $665 million, bolstering its AI strategy and capabilities.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 15th Jul 2024
IBM & Pasqal partner to advance quantum-centric computing
DataCentre infrastructure

IBM & Pasqal partner to advance quantum-centric computing

IBM and Pasqal have joined forces to revolutionise supercomputing with quantum technology, aiming to propel advances in materials science and chemistry.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Jun 2024
NVIDIA unveils next-gen data centre blueprint with advanced AI supercomputers
Unified Communications

NVIDIA unveils next-gen data centre blueprint with advanced AI supercomputers

NVIDIA unveils blueprint for next-gen data centres backed by advanced AI supercomputers, Omniverse digital twins, and key industry collaborators, bolstering efficient AI infrastructure.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Mar 2024
NVIDIA unveils AI SuperPOD, powered by high-efficiency Superchips
Semiconductors

NVIDIA unveils AI SuperPOD, powered by high-efficiency Superchips

NVIDIA unveils groundbreaking AI supercomputer, DGX SuperPOD, fuelled by advanced GB200 Superchips with 11.5 exaflops AI supercomputing capability and 240Tb of fast memory.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Mar 2024
Fujitsu's supercomputer 'Fugaku' maintains global top rank in HPCG & Graph500 rankings
DataCentre infrastructure

Fujitsu's supercomputer 'Fugaku' maintains global top rank in HPCG & Graph500 rankings

Fujitsu's 'Fugaku' supercomputer sustains leading position globally in HPCG and Graph500 BFS benchmark rankings.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Mon, 20th Nov 2023
HPE & NVIDIA debut generative AI supercomputing solution in Australia
Semiconductors

HPE & NVIDIA debut generative AI supercomputing solution in Australia

Hewlett Packard Enterprise and NVIDIA roll out a groundbreaking generative AI supercomputing solution in Australia.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Nov 2023
Intel unveils 14th Gen processors with record speeds for overclockers
Gaming

Intel unveils 14th Gen processors with record speeds for overclockers

Intel landmarks its 14th Gen desktop processors with unprecedented speeds, boosting performance for tech enthusiasts.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 17th Oct 2023
Dell and University of Queensland advance supercomputer innovation
EduTech

Dell and University of Queensland advance supercomputer innovation

For the next phase of supercomputing, UQ will use advanced GPU technologies to provide a whole new capability of visual compute inside the supercomputer.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 30th Aug 2023
Intel unveils ambitious plans for it's Aurora supercomputing technology
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Intel unveils ambitious plans for it's Aurora supercomputing technology

The world's first two exaflop supercomputer is being discussed by Intel, marking a milestone in supercomputing technology.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 25th Aug 2023
IBM achieves breakthroughs in quantum hardware and software
Endpoint Protection

IBM achieves breakthroughs in quantum hardware and software

IBM has announced new breakthrough advancements in quantum hardware and software and outlining its vision for quantum-centric supercomputing.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 11th Nov 2022

Stories from Other Regions

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Australia leads Asia Pacific in AI innovation & growth
DataCentre infrastructure

Australia leads Asia Pacific in AI innovation & growth

Australia's AI innovation surpasses Asia Pacific, buoyed by strong tech infrastructure and initiatives like the brain-scale supercomputer DeepSouth.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 21st May 2024
STFC & Lenovo unveil advanced, energy-efficient supercomputer in UK
DataCentre infrastructure

STFC & Lenovo unveil advanced, energy-efficient supercomputer in UK

The UK's Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) advances AI research as Lenovo's advanced, energy-efficient supercomputer gets the go-ahead to be installed at the Hartree Centre.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 1st Apr 2024
Japan's ABCI-Q supercomputer powered by NVIDIA unfolds new quantum era
DataCentre infrastructure

Japan's ABCI-Q supercomputer powered by NVIDIA unfolds new quantum era

Japan's ABCI-Q supercomputer, soon to be powered by NVIDIA's advanced platforms, will play a pivotal role in propelling the nation's quantum computing research and multidisciplinary simulations.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 19th Mar 2024
Monash University and CSIRO create quantum-secure online transaction algorithm
DataCentre infrastructure

Monash University and CSIRO create quantum-secure online transaction algorithm

CSIRO, in association with Monash University, creates 'LaV', a quantum-secure algorithm enhancing online transactions.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Nov 2023
UK government triples investment in AI supercomputing capabilities
EduTech

UK government triples investment in AI supercomputing capabilities

UK triples £300m investment in AI supercomputing, boosting research capabilities in safety, drug discovery, and clean energy.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 9th Nov 2023
What should UK universities do to keep hold of their supercomputer brains?
EduTech

What should UK universities do to keep hold of their supercomputer brains?

HPC staff working in research and education often possess a unique set of skills and experiences that make them highly sought after in the corporate world.

By Owen Thomas • 7 min read • Mon, 30th Oct 2023
Kao Data appoints David Bloom as New Chairman for UK & European Growth
DataCentre infrastructure

Kao Data appoints David Bloom as New Chairman for UK & European Growth

Kao Data appoints David Bloom as new Chairman to steer strategic growth in UK and Europe. Bloom brings extensive experience in technology and data centres.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Sep 2023