IBM Unveils ‘Full-Stack’ AI Facility at National University of Singapore

In a move that is set to revolutionize the field of artificial intelligence, IBM has announced plans to establish a ‘full-stack’ AI research and development center at the National University of Singapore (NUS). This cutting-edge facility will be equipped with IBM’s state-of-the-art AI Unit (AIU) accelerators and open-source AI models, including the company’s Granite large language models (LLMs), Watsonx data and AI platforms, and Red Hat’s hybrid cloud.

A Hub for AI Innovation

Located at the heart of the NUS campus, the new facility will serve as a hub for AI innovation, bringing together local academic and research institutions, as well as businesses, to develop and deploy AI solutions. According to IBM, the center will focus on supporting the development of trustworthy AI, with a particular emphasis on green AI, safe AI, and domain-centric AI developments.

“The goal is to achieve these aims while maintaining or enhancing overall performance,” said Tan Kian Lee, dean of NUS School of Computing, during a media briefing.

Research Areas

The research center will explore various areas, including the design and deployment of scalable AI systems that consume less energy and compute. One potential research area is the use of smaller AI models, which require less computing resources and can be deployed on edge devices. The center may also investigate how software and hardware can be better aligned for optimal performance and intelligence.

Researchers at work in a cutting-edge AI lab

A New Era for AI

The establishment of this ‘full-stack’ AI facility marks a significant milestone in the development of AI in Asia-Pacific. As the first such facility to be set up on a university campus in the region, it is poised to play a major role in shaping the future of AI research and development.

“This center will be a game-changer for AI research and development in the region,” said Tan Kian Lee.

Conclusion

The IBM-NUS AI research and development center is set to revolutionize the field of AI, driving innovation and advancement in the region. With its focus on trustworthy AI, green AI, and domain-centric AI developments, this facility is poised to make a significant impact on the future of AI.

The future of AI is bright