In a major strategic move in the AI infrastructure space, AMD, Cisco, and HUMAIN have announced the formation of a joint venture that aims to deploy up to 1 gigawatt (GW) of AI computing infrastructure by 2030. kicking off with an initial phase of 100 megawatts (MW) in Saudi Arabia, set to begin operations in 2026.
AMD, Cisco, and HUMAIN will be the main investors in a new joint venture. This venture aims to combine HUMAIN’s advanced data centers with technology from AMD and Cisco. The goal is to provide modern data center capacity that uses power efficiently and lowers costs.
AMD and Cisco will be the exclusive technology partners for this joint venture. They will offer their products and services to help build up to 1 gigawatt (GW) of AI infrastructure by the year 2030.
The first stage of the project includes the development of 100 megawatts (MW) of AI infrastructure. This will incorporate HUMAIN’s modern data center capacity, AMD’s Instinct™ MI450 Series GPUs, and Cisco’s leading critical infrastructure.
Dr. Lisa Su, the Chair and CEO of AMD, stated: “To deliver high-performance global AI infrastructure at a large scale, we need to work closely with strong partners. By joining forces with HUMAIN and Cisco, we are combining our advanced computing and networking technologies to increase the capacity and competitiveness of Saudi Arabia’s AI ecosystem. Additionally, we are setting up an AMD Center of Excellence in Saudi Arabia to enhance local integration and innovation.”
Chuck Robbins, the Chair and CEO of Cisco, commented: “Our extended partnership with HUMAIN, alongside AMD, represents an important step in speeding up AI infrastructure in Saudi Arabia. By providing secure and scalable critical infrastructure for HUMAIN’s 1 GW development, Cisco aims to help the Kingdom realize its vision of a digital and AI-driven economy.”
Tareq Amin, the CEO of HUMAIN, said: “Our collaboration with AMD and Cisco brings top-notch technology and knowledge to our mission. Together, we are expanding the possibilities of AI computing by building up to 1 GW of efficient and high-performance infrastructure in Saudi Arabia to empower innovators both in the Kingdom and worldwide.”
AMD, Cisco and HUMAIN joint venture signals a bold step in the global AI infrastructure race.
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