AI Is Tech’s ‘Greatest Contribution to Social Elevation,’ NVIDIA CEO Tells OSU Students

From NVIDIA: 2024-04-15 09:00:59

AI, per NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang, has the potential to uplift billions globally by offering tools for social upliftment. Oregon State University celebrated the groundbreaking for a new research complex named after Huang, focusing on AI, semiconductor industry, and high-performance computing. Huang highlighted AI’s potential in education and workforce training worldwide.

NVIDIA CEO Huang expressed enthusiasm for the next industrial revolution, powered by AI manufacturing at a massive scale. Huang emphasized the role of universities in this revolution, citing investments in advanced training, research funding, and computing resources to prepare students for groundbreaking outcomes. Oregon State University’s collaboration marks a step toward leveraging AI for global progress.

NVIDIA participated in a $110 million partnership between the US and Japan to advance AI training at universities, supporting a collaboration with Amazon to bring cutting-edge technology to the University of Washington and the University of Tsukuba. Georgia Tech also unveiled an AI Makerspace with NVIDIA to democratize access to computing resources.

Huang stressed the importance of collaboration and communication skills alongside AI as essential for navigating the evolving landscape. He encouraged education and career preparation in the era of rapid technological advancement. With initiatives like the Oregon State research complex and AI training partnerships, NVIDIA aims to equip the workforce for the transformative potential of AI.



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