Northern Data Group partners with NVIDIA to launch accelerator

German compute provider Northern Data Group has launched its AI Accelerator. With partners including NVIDIA, HPE, Deloitte, Supermicro, and others, the Accelerator has been designed to expedite developments in AI hardware.

Northern Data group was among first in Europe to deploy NVIDIA H100 Tensor Core GPUs and the high-profile sponsors of the programme will likely attract a broad pool of AI startup candidates.

Selected startups will have access to NVIDIA’s GPU servers, industry leadership and membership of their deep learning programme.

Founder and CEO Aroosh Thillainathan said of the launch:   “We’re excited to be launching our AI Accelerator, which supports startups at the forefront of AI-driven innovation globally.

 ”Innovation Bravery is a core value for Northern Data Group, and I am proud to be supporting other entrepreneurs and innovators who are pushing the boundaries of what AI can deliver. Democratizing access to AI technology is hugely important to ensure that organizations of all sizes have the opportunity to propel forward innovative ideas into practical proof of concepts and applications. 

These advancements can, in turn, significantly impact the future of our industry and beyond.”