VMware uses Nvidia-favored 'AI factory' brand to build something with rival AMD
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VMware has developed an AI Factory product with AMD hardware, despite Nvidia promoting a similar concept. This move allows for centralized control of AI infrastructure, potentially saving costs and reducing the risk of shadow AI implementations. The new offering, branded as the VMware AI Factory, is a rebranded sequel to the Private AI Foundation with Nvidia, adding features like secure AI sandboxes and governance tools.
It supports multiple accelerator architectures and AI tool chains, running on servers from Cisco, Dell Technologies, Lenovo, Supermicro, and AMD. While it doesn't replace Nvidia's AI Factories, this development exemplifies the complex relationships between tech giants in the AI industry.
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