Advanced AI technologies bolstered by the introduction of a new supercomputer in Dresden

Germany and Europe Pursue Digital Sovereignty with "Elbjuwel" Supercomputer

Germany and Europe are making strides towards digital sovereignty with the development of the "Elbjuwel" supercomputer in Dresden. This powerful computing platform, being jointly built by the Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf and Munich-based IT company ParTec, aims to provide the region with the necessary computing power to fully exploit its development and industrial integration potential.

Until now, Germany and Europe have been largely dependent on the USA and China for supercomputer resources made available via the cloud. With the "Elbjuwel", this dependency is set to decrease significantly, as the new platform will focus on providing computing power in the areas of AI and machine learning, high-performance computing, and quantum computing.

The "Elbjuwel" is expected to be a magnet for researchers and talents in the MINT field, contributing to the training of skilled workers and supporting companies in mastering the challenges of digitalization. The new supercomputer will also facilitate access to AI for industry, small and medium-sized enterprises, and scientific institutions, enabling technological innovations.

One such innovation is the LOTTA intelligent drilling machine, recently presented at the 11th Saxon Machine Building Days in the Technology and Start-up Center Bautzen (TGZ). This machine, which uses an AI system to detect and report errors in the drilling process and the machine, is a demonstrator that benefits from the computing power offered by the "Elbjuwel".

ProKI Dresden, the AI demonstration and transfer center of the Technical University of Dresden, is also anticipated to benefit from the new platform. ProKI Dresden supports SMEs in integrating artificial intelligence into production, with a focus on metal forming technology. The "Elbjuwel" could strengthen Saxony's position as a leading AI location.

The goal of the "Elbjuwel" is to enable digital sovereignty for Germany and Europe, allowing them to work closely together and benefit from valuable synergies. The search results do not specify who will take over the leadership of the AI supercomputer after its completion. However, the partners aim to create a platform for industry and research, opening up new opportunities for initiatives like ProKI Dresden.

Prof. Sebastian M. Schmidt, Scientific Director of HZDR, expects the platform to provide new impetus for the development of AI technologies. Bernhard Frohwitter, CEO of ParTec, emphasizes the importance of in-house computing power for users, machine developers, and operators to work together effectively.

In conclusion, the "Elbjuwel" supercomputer is a significant step towards digital sovereignty for Germany and Europe. It promises to empower the region with the necessary computing power to drive technological innovations, support the training of skilled workers, and strengthen its position as a leading AI location.

Advanced AI technologies bolstered by the introduction of a new supercomputer in Dresden