Google Cloud introduces Intel E2000 IPU-based cloud instances
Google Cloud launched a series of cloud instances based on Intel E2000 infrastructure processing units (IPUs). The instances are designed for high-performance workloads such as AI applications.
The new C3 instance series is a successor to Google Cloud's existing C2 instance series. The new insta... Read more
Intel and Google develop Mount Evans IPU for data centers
Intel and Google have developed a processor for data center environments. Reuters reports that the 'Mount Evans' infrastructure processing unit (IPU) is specifically suited for processor tasks that go beyond just delivering computing power.
With the joint, upcoming introduction of the processor,... Read more
Graphcore raises $222 million in Series E Funding Round
Funding will help the company scale up AI chip production.
Graphcore announced this week that it has raised $222 million in a Series E funding round. The round values the company at $2.77 billion post-money.
The company makes what they call an Intelligence Processing Unit (IPU). This is a n... Read more