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SoftBank is Nvidia's First Blackwell Chips Customer

Ken Metral

13 Nov 2024 — 1 min read

Image Credit: Blackwell Chip/Nvidia Corporation

SoftBank has announced it will be the first to deploy Nvidia's latest Blackwell chips to power an AI-driven supercomputer in Japan. The companies aim to launch this supercomputer in early 2025, positioning it as the nation’s most powerful AI system. According to Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, the system will support generative AI development and become an extensive resource for local research and industry.

Beyond the supercomputer, SoftBank and Nvidia are also collaborating on AI-driven services for 5G networks and establishing a marketplace for AI computing resources. This move underscores Japan's ambition to enhance its presence in global AI innovation.

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Oura Ring Secures $200M, Valuation Soars to $5.2B

Oura, the smart ring maker, announced it has secured $200 million in a Series D funding round, bringing its valuation to $5.2 billion. The funding round included participation from Fidelity Management and glucose monitoring device maker Dexcom. Expansion Plans and AI Focus Oura says the new capital will be

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