Isambard-AI, the UK's cutting-edge supercomputer set to launch this summer, represents a monumental advancement in AI computing capabilities. With over 5,000 Nvidia Grace-Hopper GPUs, it will achieve performance levels exceeding 21 exaFLOPS for AI model training. Built at the National Composites Centre in Bristol, the £225 million investment is part of a broader £300 million initiative by the UK government to foster an Artificial Intelligence Research Resource. Prime Minister Keir Starmer highlights the transformative potential of AI in various sectors during the launch announcements, aiming for early access users by July's end.
Isambard-AI, Britain’s newest supercomputer, aims to significantly enhance AI computation, with projections surpassing 21 exaFLOPS for LLM training as it goes operational this summer.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer emphasized the transformative impact of technology and AI, highlighting his government’s commitment to integrating AI in various sectors for national recovery.
Construction of Isambard-AI began last June at the Bristol and Bath Science Park, with plans for early access to users by the end of July.
Isambard-AI cost £225 million to build and is part of a larger £300 million UK government investment to create a national Artificial Intelligence Research Resource.
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