ASUS AI Tech Summit: Pioneering Sovereign AI in Dubai
A Landmark Event in AI Innovation
Dubai recently hosted the inaugural ASUS AI Tech Summit on September 16-17, marking a significant milestone in the city’s evolution as a global center for artificial intelligence (AI). This exclusive gathering brought together key partners and customers to delve into the future of Sovereign AI and the broader landscape of digital transformation.
The summit highlighted ASUS Professional Services, which are designed to assist enterprises throughout the AI lifecycle. These services empower organizations to develop independent AI capabilities while ensuring they maintain full control over their data and systems.
Collaborating with Industry Leaders
The event featured contributions from notable industry players, including NVIDIA, AMD, Micron, Weka, Foxlink, Schneider Electric, and DataDirect Networks. These collaborations fostered rich discussions about the advancements in Sovereign AI, allowing attendees to gain insights from global experts and engage with forward-thinking visionaries.
Participants explored emerging technologies and engaged in meaningful conversations about the evolution of Sovereign AI. The discussions emphasized how enterprises can leverage ASUS Professional Services to achieve operational excellence and true digital sovereignty.
Understanding Sovereign AI
Sovereign AI refers to the ability of nations and organizations to build and manage their AI capabilities independently. This approach aligns technological advancements with strategic, security, and economic priorities. What was once considered a strategic advantage has now become a national imperative, underscoring the importance of delivering reliable AI solutions to enterprises.
During the summit, ASUS showcased its Total Infrastructure Solutions, which are tailored for high-performance computing, scalable storage, and sustainable energy. These solutions adhere to local policies and security standards, reflecting ASUS’s extensive experience in national-level AI projects, including flagship supercomputers like Taiwania 2 and Forerunner 1.
Key Milestones in AI Development
A highlight of the summit was the announcement that the ASUS AI POD, powered by the NVIDIA GB300 NVL72, has begun shipping to clients globally. Additionally, the ASUS XA NB3I-E12L GPU-server with NVIDIA HGX B300 was also introduced. These developments underscore ASUS’s commitment to enhancing AI capabilities for both enterprises and national projects.
ASUS expressed gratitude to its ecosystem partners for their collaboration in harnessing AI. By leveraging deep engineering expertise and robust partnerships, ASUS aims to deliver future-proof AI infrastructure that meets stringent security, performance, and compliance requirements.
Comprehensive AI Solutions
Y.C. Chen, ASUS Associate VP, emphasized the company’s role in supporting every step of the AI journey. From the initial setup to scaling operations, ASUS positions itself as a trusted partner for enterprises. The company offers a range of specialized platforms and technologies designed to optimize performance and streamline management.
Deployment and Management Platforms
ASUS provides tools like the Infrastructure Deployment Center (AIDC) and ASUS Control Center (ACC) to facilitate large-scale operations. AIDC optimizes energy usage while enabling driver deployment across numerous servers. Meanwhile, ACC offers remote management, inventory monitoring, and security updates.
Advanced Cooling Technologies
The ASUS AI POD supports both liquid-to-air and liquid-to-liquid cooling setups. This ensures optimal performance and efficiency for demanding AI workloads, from design and testing to mass production.
L12 Ready Systems
ASUS’s L12-ready systems deliver fully integrated, validated solutions, including software installation and optimization. These systems help enterprises accelerate their AI transformation while minimizing operational complexity.
Total Infrastructure Solutions
Alber Wu, ASUS Division Director, and Joseph Lu, Senior Product Manager, discussed how ASUS goes beyond hardware to offer customer-centric Professional Services and Total Infrastructure Solutions. These services encompass the entire AI lifecycle, providing strategic infrastructure design, seamless implementation, advanced performance tuning, AI platform development, and comprehensive lifecycle management.
ASUS has partnered with Taiwan’s National Centre for High-Performance Computing for over a decade, collaborating on the design and evolution of complex AI systems. This expertise is encapsulated in ASUS Total Infrastructure Solutions, which simplify AI deployment and management.
Tailored AI Data Centers
ASUS’s approach includes high-performance building blocks, infrastructure management, and cloud services. This layered strategy allows enterprises to focus on innovation while ASUS manages the complexities of AI deployment.
Embarking on AI Transformation
Businesses and governments looking to advance their AI capabilities are encouraged to explore how ASUS Professional Services can assist in designing, deploying, and optimizing secure, sovereign AI infrastructures. From edge computing to full-scale AI supercomputers, ASUS offers comprehensive solutions to maintain data sovereignty while accelerating AI adoption.
For those interested in taking the next step, consultations with ASUS’s global sales representatives are available, providing an opportunity to explore tailored solutions for AI infrastructure needs.
