Lenovo is enhancing its artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities through partnerships with Meta and Nvidia, particularly for markets outside China, amid U.S. semiconductor sanctions that limit Chinese access to advanced AI chips. At the Tech World conference, Lenovo unveiled AI Now, a local personal AI assistant built on Meta's Llama 3.1 model, capable of performing various tasks without internet connectivity. The company also introduced the Lenovo Hybrid AI Advantage platform, which aims to accelerate AI deployment in enterprises by leveraging Nvidia's technology and providing customizable AI solutions. Lenovo reported a 20% revenue increase to $15.4 billion in the first quarter, and industry projections suggest significant growth in AI PC shipments. Additionally, Lenovo's collaborations focus on developing enterprise solutions and improving supply chain intelligence to mitigate geopolitical risks. The new AI offerings are expected to help businesses quickly realize the ROI from AI investments.