- Nvidia announces multi-year partnerships with SK Hynix, Naver, and Doosan to build AI data centres in South Korea.
- SK Hynix will develop advanced types of memory for global AI data centres as part of this partnership.
- SK Hynix has been Nvidia's largest memory partner and has signed a deal that includes an option to extend beyond two years.
- SK Telecom will build a gigawatt-scale AI cloud in South Korea, with the first AI data centre expected to go online in 2027 using Nvidia technology.
- Naver and Doosan will also utilize Nvidia's technology in the construction of AI data centres.
- Doosan is working on developing robots and materials for Nvidia's advanced chips.
Nvidia has announced significant multi-year partnerships with major companies SK Hynix, Naver, and Doosan to advance AI data centres in South Korea.1234578
The collaboration involves SK Hynix committing to delivering advanced memory technologies for global AI applications.
Moreover, Nvidia's partnership with SK Telecom aims to create a gigawatt-scale AI cloud, with an initial data centre expected to be operational by 2027.6
Huang, Nvidia’s CEO, highlighted the importance of SK Hynix as their largest memory partner, revealing that the partnership spans over two years, with options for extension, to strengthen its market share against competitors like Samsung Electronics and Micron Technology.
Additionally, Naver, a prominent internet giant, and Doosan Group will leverage Nvidia’s technologies in the buildout of these centres. Doosan also noted plans to integrate its energy solutions into Nvidia’s data centre platforms, emphasizing its focus on innovation in developing technologies and materials for AI advancement.
Doosan's efforts include robotics and components for Nvidia’s cutting-edge Blackwell chips, enhancing their commitment to the AI sector.
Despite the lack of disclosed financial values, these alliances mark a pivotal step in South Korea’s growing AI infrastructure landscape.
“Nvidia is set to collaborate with SK Hynix, Naver, and Doosan to develop AI data centres. This initiative aligns with the growing demand for AI infrastructure in South Korea.”
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