Nvidia CEO Unveils Predominantly Israeli Supercomputer

At the CES (Consumer Technology Association) event in Las Vegas, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang introduced a groundbreaking supercomputer featuring the next-generation AI processor known as Rubin. This advanced processor is enhanced by five additional components linked to Israeli technology, marking a significant development in the realm of artificial intelligence.

Nvidia’s Next-Generation Supercomputer

The new AI processor, Rubin, is designed to work efficiently in data centers aimed at training AI models. It is coupled with the core processor Vera, the NVLink 6 Switch, the ConnectX-9 SuperNIC, the BlueField-4 DPU, and the Spectrum-6 Ethernet Switch. These components were developed by Nvidia’s research center located in Yokne’am, Israel.

The Evolution of Nvidia Chips

The Rubin GPU signifies the evolution beyond its predecessor, the Blackwell Ultra (B300), which was announced in 2022. At CES, Huang highlighted the architecture of the new supercomputer and confirmed that the Rubin GPU will be integrated with its accompanying processors to bolster AI capabilities.

Acknowledging Israeli Innovations

Jensen Huang praised Nvidia’s collaboration with the Israeli company Mellanox, noting that it has propelled Nvidia to being the leading communications company globally. This partnership has transformed the networking of processors, leading to significant cost savings in the development of data centers.

Strategic Focus on Open Models

Huang emphasized Nvidia’s commitment to open inference models, predicting that “2025 will be the year of open models.” This strategy includes offering both hardware, such as chips and servers, and free software models to foster innovation.

New Developments with Lightricks

• Nvidia expressed support for Lightricks’ latest video model LTX-2, showcasing their integration with Israeli tech.
• The Rubin chip is currently in production, with a commercial launch expected in the latter half of 2023.
• The processor’s name, “Vera Rubin,” honors the American astronomer whose work contributed to the understanding of dark matter.

Advancements in Autonomous Vehicles

In addition to the supercomputer unveiling, Huang detailed Nvidia’s ongoing collaboration with Mercedes-Benz. Together, they are developing an autonomous vehicle powered by Nvidia’s Alpamayo language model tailored for cars.

The fully autonomous Mercedes-Benz vehicles will debut in the United States during the first quarter of 2023, with plans to expand availability in Europe and Asia later in the year.

This launch underscores Nvidia’s role at the forefront of AI technology and its impactful contributions to the automotive industry.