Nvidia, SoftBank Partner on AI Supercomputer in Japan

Nvidia and SoftBank have announced a partnership to develop Japan's most powerful AI supercomputer using Nvidia's new Blackwell chips, as unveiled at the Nvidia AI Summit in Japan. This collaboration aims to bolster Japan's position in the AI industrial revolution, with plans for future supercomputing initiatives on the Nvidia Grace Blackwell platform. Jensen Huang, CEO of Nvidia, highlighted Japan's potential in leading the AI robotics revolution, leveraging its expertise in mechatronics. The partnership also includes the development of AI-RAN systems to enhance telecom infrastructure, potentially reducing power consumption by 40%. SoftBank had previously been a significant shareholder in Nvidia but sold its stake, missing out on a massive valuation increase. The partnership marks a strategic shift for both companies, integrating Nvidia's full-stack AI and 5G AI-RAN platforms to drive AI advancements across various industries in Japan.