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Apple has joined a consortium of major companies and organizations in the development of next-generation AI data center technology. The consortium, known as the Ultra Accelerator Link Consortium (UALink), aims to create a standard for connecting AI accelerator chips within server farms.
The news comes at a time when Apple is ramping up its investments in artificial intelligence infrastructure to support Apple Intelligence, its suite of AI-powered product features. According to a report by The Wall Street Journal, Apple is reportedly developing a new server chip to improve the efficiency of its AI data centers.
UALink’s development aims to address connectivity challenges and create new opportunities for expanding AI capabilities and demands. As part of the consortium’s board, Apple will work alongside other major players such as Alibaba and Synopsys to drive innovation in the field.
The move is significant as it signals Apple’s commitment to furthering its investments in AI technology. The company has faced criticism over some of its AI-powered features, including its news summary feature, which has been criticized for inaccuracies.
UALink plans to launch its first products based on open standards, including AMD’s Infinity Fabric, within the next couple of years. Other major tech companies such as Intel, Google, AWS, Microsoft, and Meta are also members of the consortium.
The move is a significant one for Apple, which has faced criticism over its AI-powered features in recent months.
Source: techcrunch.com
