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AMD Processors Accelerating Performance of Top Supercomputers Worldwide

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SANTA CLARA, Calif., Nov. 16, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — During this year’s Supercomputing Conference 2021 (SC21), AMD (NASDAQ: AMD) is showcasing its expanded presence and growing preference in the high performance computing (HPC) industry with the exceptional innovation and adoption of AMD data center processors and accelerators. Customers across the industry continue to expand their use of AMD EPYC™ processors and AMD Instinct™ accelerators to power cutting-edge research needed to address some of the world’s biggest challenges in climate, life sciences, medicine, and more.

Growing preference for AMD is showcased in the latest Top500 list. AMD now powers 73 supercomputers, compared to 21 in the November 2020 list, a more than 3x year-over-year increase. Additionally, AMD powers four out of the top ten most powerful supercomputers in the world, as well as the most powerful supercomputer in EMEA. Finally, AMD EPYC 7003 series processors, which launched eight months ago, are utilized by 17 of the 75 AMD powered supercomputers in the list, demonstrating the rapid adoption of the latest generation of EPYC processors.

“The demands of supercomputing users have increased exponentially as the world seeks to accelerate research, reducing the time to discovery of valuable information,” said Forrest Norrod, senior vice president and general manager, Data Center and Embedded Solutions Business Group, AMD. “With AMD EPYC CPUs and Instinct accelerators, we continue to evolve our product offering to push the boundaries of data center technologies enabling faster research, better outcomes and more impact on the world.”

AMD has also been recognized in the annual HPCwire Readers’ and Editors’ Choice Awards at SC21. The company won ten awards including Best Sustainability Innovation in HPC, Best HPC Server Product and the Outstanding Leadership in HPC award presented to President and CEO Dr. Lisa Su.

Expanding Customer Base
AMD is engaged broadly across the HPC industry to deliver the performance and efficiency of AMD EPYC and AMD Instinct products, along with the ROCm™ open ecosystem, to speed research. Through high-profile installations like the ongoing deployment of Oak Ridge National Laboratory’s “Frontier” supercomputer, AMD is bringing the compute technologies and performance needed to support developments in current and future research across the world. Highlights of “Frontier” and other new HPC systems in the industry include:

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A Year of Breakthrough Products and Research
This year AMD launched its AMD EPYC 7003 series processor, the world’s highest-performing server processor.1 Since then, there has been overwhelming adoption from partners across the industry who are driving discoveries in biomedicine, predicting natural disasters, clean energy, semiconductors, microelectronics and more.

Expanding on the features of the EPYC 7003 series processor, AMD recently previewed the 3rd Gen EPYC processor with AMD 3D V-cache. By utilizing innovative packaging technology, which layers the L3 cache in EPYC 7003 series processors, AMD 3D V-Cache technology offers enhanced performance for the technical computing workloads prevalent in HPC. Microsoft Azure HPC virtual machines featuring 3rd Gen EPYC with AMD 3D V-Cache are currently available in Private Preview and will be available globally soon.

AMD also unveiled the world’s fastest HPC and AI accelerator2, AMD Instinct MI250X. Designed with the AMD CDNA™ 2 architecture, the AMD Instinct MI200 series accelerators deliver up to 4.9x the peak FP64 performance versus competitive data center accelerators, which is critical for HPC applications like weather modeling2. The AMD Instinct MI200 series accelerators are also the first to have over 100GB high-bandwidth memory capacity, delivering up to 3.2 terabytes per second, the industry’s best aggregate bandwidth3.

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For more than 50 years AMD has driven innovation in high-performance computing, graphics and visualization technologies ― the building blocks for gaming, immersive platforms and the datacenter. Hundreds of millions of consumers, leading Fortune 500 businesses and cutting-edge scientific research facilities around the world rely on AMD technology daily to improve how they live, work and play. AMD employees around the world are focused on building great products that push the boundaries of what is possible. For more information about how AMD is enabling today and inspiring tomorrow, visit the AMD (NASDAQ: AMD) website, blog, Facebook and Twitter pages.

AMD, the AMD Arrow logo, AMD CDNA, EPYC, AMD Instinct and combinations thereof are trademarks of Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. Other names are for informational purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective owners.

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1 MLN-016: Results as of 01/28/2021 using SPECrate®2017_int_base. The AMD EPYC 7763 a measured estimated score of 798 is higher than the current highest 2P server with an AMD EPYC 7H12 and a score of 717, https://spec.org/cpu2017/results/res2020q2/cpu2017-20200525-22554.pdf. OEM published score(s) for 3rd Gen EPYC may vary. SPEC®, SPECrate® and SPEC CPU® are registered trademarks of the Standard Performance Evaluation Corporation. See www.spec.org for more information.
2 MI200-01: World’s fastest data center GPU is the AMD Instinct™ MI250X. Calculations conducted by AMD Performance Labs as of Sep 15, 2021, for the AMD Instinct™ MI250X (128GB HBM2e OAM module) accelerator at 1,700 MHz peak boost engine clock resulted in 95.7 TFLOPS peak theoretical double precision (FP64 Matrix), 47.9 TFLOPS peak theoretical double precision (FP64), 95.7 TFLOPS peak theoretical single precision matrix (FP32 Matrix), 47.9 TFLOPS peak theoretical single precision (FP32), 383.0 TFLOPS peak theoretical half precision (FP16), and 383.0 TFLOPS peak theoretical Bfloat16 format precision (BF16) floating-point performance. Calculations conducted by AMD Performance Labs as of Sep 18, 2020 for the AMD Instinct™ MI100 (32GB HBM2 PCIe® card) accelerator at 1,502 MHz peak boost engine clock resulted in 11.54 TFLOPS peak theoretical double precision (FP64), 46.1 TFLOPS peak theoretical single precision matrix (FP32), 23.1 TFLOPS peak theoretical single precision (FP32), 184.6 TFLOPS peak theoretical half precision (FP16) floating-point performance. Published results on the NVidia Ampere A100 (80GB) GPU accelerator, boost engine clock of 1410 MHz, resulted in 19.5 TFLOPS peak double precision tensor cores (FP64 Tensor Core), 9.7 TFLOPS peak double precision (FP64). 19.5 TFLOPS peak single precision (FP32), 78 TFLOPS peak half precision (FP16), 312 TFLOPS peak half precision (FP16 Tensor Flow), 39 TFLOPS peak Bfloat 16 (BF16), 312 TFLOPS peak Bfloat16 format precision (BF16 Tensor Flow), theoretical floating-point performance. The TF32 data format is not IEEE compliant and not included in this comparison. https://www.nvidia.com/content/dam/en-zz/Solutions/Data-Center/nvidia-ampere-architecture-whitepaper.pdf, page 15, Table 1.
3 MI200-07: Calculations conducted by AMD Performance Labs as of Sep 21, 2021, for the AMD Instinct™ MI250X and MI250 (128GB HBM2e) OAM accelerators designed with AMD CDNA™ 2 6nm FinFet process technology at 1,600 MHz peak memory clock resulted in 128GB HBM2e memory capacity and 3.2768 TFLOPS peak theoretical memory bandwidth performance. MI250/MI250X memory bus interface is 4,096 bits times 2 die and memory data rate is 3.20 Gbps for total memory bandwidth of 3.2768 TB/s ((3.20 Gbps*(4,096 bits*2))/8).The highest published results on the NVidia Ampere A100 (80GB) SXM GPU accelerator resulted in 80GB HBM2e memory capacity and 2.039 TB/s GPU memory bandwidth performance. https://www.nvidia.com/content/dam/en-zz/Solutions/Data-Center/a100/pdf/nvidia-a100-datasheet-us-nvidia-1758950-r4-web.pdf 


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North American grocery retailer digitizes stores with Pricer Plaza in 90 MSEK order

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STOCKHOLM, June 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Pricer’s partner JRTech Solutions has signed an agreement with a large Tier 1 North American grocery retailer for the cloud-based platform Pricer Plaza, which allows for in-store automation and communication, within an initial 50 of their stores.

The value of the contract is approximately 90 MSEK. The rollout of Pricer Plaza and electronic shelf labels within the initial 50 stores is expected to be completed by the end of 2024. This installation by one of the largest grocery chains in North America with over 1500 grocery and pharmacy stores, is the first large-scale full-store deployment of four-color labels in North America.
“After one year of thorough testing with a pilot installation, we are thrilled by the trust from this leading retailer. It underscores our commitment to transforming the retail experience through cutting-edge technology, enhancing both operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. We look forward to supporting them with our in-store solutions in their digital transformation journey,” says Mats Arnehall, Chief Commercial Officer at Pricer.
“JRTech Solutions has worked extensively with our client over the last year to prove the value, capability and scalability of both our Pricer technology and our suite of deployment solutions. Doing so not only involved digitally transforming our client’s promotional business rules through the use of our latest SmartTAG four-color labels but providing the capability of utilizing our labels in a way that will allow for both ongoing and future operational efficiencies,” says Diego Mazzone, President & CEO at JRTech Solutions.
The order value of approximately 90 MSEK does not include Pricer Plaza and technical support, and will be included in Pricer’s order intake for the second quarter of 2024.
For further information, please contact:Mats Arnehall, Chief Commercial Officer, +46 70-8108084Magnus Larsson, President and CEO, +46 704 [email protected]
This information constitutes inside information that Pricer AB is obliged to make public pursuant to the EU Market Abuse Regulation 596/2014. The information was sent for publication, through the agency of the contact persons set out above, at the time stated by the Company’s news distributor, Cision, at the publication of this press release.
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About Pricer
Pricer is a leading global technology company serving the rapidly growing smart retail market with in-store digital solutions that enhance both store performance and the shopping experience. Through electronic shelf labels, advanced technology, such as optical wireless communication and AI, and continuous innovation, Pricer offers the foundation for in-store communication and efficiency. The industry leading Pricer platform delivers benefits from 30 years of deployment experience and is fast, robust, interconnectable and scalable. Pricer was founded in Sweden in 1991 and is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm. For further information, please visit www.pricer.com.
About JRTech Solutions Inc.
JRTech Solutions Inc. is a privately held corporation headquartered in Montreal, Québec. JRTech Solutions Inc. is the leading Canadian Electronic Shelf Label (ESL) provider and the largest distributor of Pricer Electronic Shelf Labels in North America, involved in over 1,300 store installations since 2008. For further information, visit http://www.jrtechsolutions.com.
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Dahua Technology leads the front lines of ESG

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MAIDENHEAD, England, June 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Dahua Technology, a world leader in video surveillance, has released its 2023 ESG report, showcasing its leadership and commitment to building a green, environment-friendly and safe intelligent world.

Last year, the company, a global video-centric AIoT solution and service provider, made substantial strides by focusing on maximising economic, climate-conscious and social values.
At the forefront of corporate social responsibility, Dahua actively engaged in a fundraising event for UK charity Breast Cancer Now, raising awareness and funds to help those affected by the illness. In addition, the company successfully joined the United Nations Global Compact demonstrating its ongoing dedication to responsible business action in support of broader societal goals.
Adopting a green development strategy, Dahua also implemented an extensive environmental management system, contributing to waste reduction and environmental preservation by enhancing energy efficiency and resource utilisation. In 2023 alone, this included recycling 1,663 tonnes of production materials, ensuring 100% lawful disposal of hazardous waste and achieving an overall recovery rate of 80% for WEEE products.
Championing ESG best practices, Dahua has a well-established governance framework that adheres to compliance operations and business ethics thanks to its Integrity Compliance Committee. Thanks to this body, it continuously improves privacy protection systems, actively carries out external audits and conducts emergency drills and training to ensure the highest level of security for its end users.
Alvin Qian, General Manager UK & Ireland, commented recognising the company’s ESG accomplishments: “In 2023 we witnessed Dahua’s steadfast dedication to social responsibility while seamlessly integrating digital intelligence into our sustainable initiatives and practices. I am proud of our achievements and confident about the progress we have made as we strive to meet our ambitious ESG goals. Looking ahead, we remain committed to driving further advancements in line with our company’s sustainable vision.”
With its mission of enabling a safer society and smarter living, Dahua vows to continue creating value beyond safety through technology, contributing to the world’s harmonious coexistence with nature.
Dahua Technology is a world leader in video surveillance manufacturing, creating advanced electronic security solutions for transportation, education, city surveillance, retail and commercial markets worldwide. Dahua Technology UK & Ireland works with distribution partners to serve an ever-growing network of system integrators and installers, offering complete system solutions that encompass cameras, control equipment, recording, video walls, software, accessories and more.
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Subex Recognized in the 2024 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for AI in CSP Customer and Business Operations Report

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BENGALURU, India, June 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Subex, a leading global provider of AI-powered solutions for the telecommunications industry, today, announced its inclusion in the 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant for AI in CSP Customer and Business Operations report. Subex believes that this recognition marks a significant milestone for the company, highlighting its commitment to delivering innovative AI solutions that empower Communication Service Providers (CSPs) to thrive in the digital age.

According to Gartner, “This Magic Quadrant helps communications service providers identify and evaluate AI vendors for their customer and business operations. It will guide CSP CIOs and technology leaders toward the right AI vendor choices, in a rapidly evolving market.” 
According to Subex, their inclusion in the Magic Quadrant underscores its position as a key player in the AI landscape for CSPs. For many years, Subex has been at the forefront of AI innovation in the telecommunications industry, providing cutting-edge solutions that address complex challenges, such as fraud detection, customer churn prediction, network optimization, and revenue assurance. Leveraging machine learning and automation, Subex empowers CSPs to make data-driven decisions, streamline operations, and achieve significant improvements in overall business performance.
“We are thrilled to be recognized in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for AI in CSP Customer and Business Operations Report,” said Nisha Dutt, CEO of Subex. “We think that being recognized as one of the key players validates our relentless focus on developing AI-driven solutions that address the unique challenges and opportunities faced by CSPs, globally. This is a significant milestone in Subex’s journey, and we are committed to further solidifying our market position through continuous innovation and delivering exceptional value to our CSP customers.”
Subex’s team of experts is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of AI innovation within the CSP domain. By continuously developing new solutions and enhancing existing ones, Subex ensures that CSPs have access to the most advanced AI tools and technologies, to navigate the evolving landscape and achieve sustainable growth.
For more information about Subex and its AI-driven solutions for CSPs, visit www.subex.com.
Gartner, Magic Quadrant for AI in CSP Customer and Business Operations, By Pulkit Pandey, Amresh Nandan, Peter Liu, 4 June 2024
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