Nvidia Plans US $200 Million AI Center Planned for Indonesia
Nvidia, a leading artificial intelligence (AI) technology company, has announced a significant collaboration with Indonesian telecommunications giant Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison to build a $200 million AI center in Indonesia. This strategic partnership reflects Nvidia's growing focus on the Southeast Asian market and its potential for AI development. According to a Reuters report, Budi Arie Setiadi, Indonesia’s Minister of Communication and Information Technology (Kominfo), said about the project.
Project Details
- Investment: $200 million
- Location: Surakarta, Central Java, Indonesia
- Focus: Bolstering local telecommunications infrastructure, human resources, and digital talent in the field of AI.
- Partners: Nvidia and Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison
This center signifies Nvidia's commitment to expanding its presence in Southeast Asia, a region experiencing a surge in data demand due to its booming digital economy.
The facility is expected to contribute to the advancement of AI technology in Indonesia by strengthening infrastructure, developing skilled professionals, and fostering innovation.
Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison's previous announcement regarding integrating Nvidia's next-generation chip architecture (Blackwell) aligns with this project's goals of propelling Indonesia towards "sovereign AI and technological advancement."
While both Nvidia and Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison declined to comment further on the specifics, this project signifies a promising development for Indonesia's AI landscape and Nvidia's continued expansion in Southeast Asia.
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Date of record
5 April 2024
