In addition to the Python Software Foundation, Hugging Face, a platform that allows users to share machine learning models and datasetscontinued cooperationAMD earlier announced an investment of US$1.35 million to expand its adaptive computing R&D and engineering operations in Ireland.
This investment will expand the development of artificial intelligence, data centers, networks and 6G communications infrastructure in Ireland and create more than 290 related jobs.
Simon Coveney, TD, Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment, said, "We warmly welcome AMD's ambitious plan to expand its advanced technology R&D and engineering operations in Ireland. This significant investment will not only support a thriving technology sector, but also create long-term jobs for highly skilled professionals and engineering graduates. Irish authorities, through IDA Ireland, will support this expansion to further foster a thriving R&D and engineering sector."
Ruth Cotter, senior vice president of marketing, communications and human resources at AMD, said, "From the cloud and PCs to communications and a variety of smart devices, AMD's high-performance and adaptive computing solutions are playing an increasingly important role in shaping the future of computing. For nearly three decades, Ireland has been a leading R&D center in Europe, developing a variety of adaptive computing solutions and attracting skilled talent."
AMD also emphasized that by investing in and expanding its presence in Dublin and Cork, it will continue to drive innovation in Ireland and support the development of Europe's semiconductor ecosystem. Through this investment, AMD's R&D team in Ireland will design innovative high-performance and adaptive computing engines to accelerate data center, network, 6G communications, and embedded solutions, as well as leverage its leading edge in artificial intelligence.
Prior to AMD's acquisition of Xilinx, Xilinx had collaborated with IDA Ireland in many areas to promote semiconductor innovation in Ireland. In 2017, Xilinx also invested US$4000 million in Ireland to expand its R&D and engineering operations and recruit more than 100 highly skilled technical staff.
