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Advantech, Qualcomm partner in edge computing

Advantech, an IOT and embedded technology solutions provider, has partnered with Qualcomm, a wireless and semiconductor technology firm, to develop and revolutionize edge computing with AI, high-performance computing, and connectivity technology.

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April 18, 2024

Advantech, an IOT and embedded technology solutions provider, has partnered with Qualcomm, a wireless and semiconductor technology firm, to develop and revolutionize edge computing with AI, high-performance computing, and connectivity technology, according to a press release.

As part of the deal, an edge AI ecosystem has been created to develop AIoT solutions.

"In the vast and fragmented IoT landscape, deploying AI applications efficiently is a challenge. Advantech and Qualcomm Technologies are working together to meet market demands and surpass perceived limits," Miller Chang, president of EIoT at Advantech, said in the release. "Advantech, in collaboration with Qualcomm Technologies, will look to provide edge AI platforms to navigate the industry's fragmentation, ensuring interoperability. Together, we aspire to redefine AI possibilities at the edge, shaping the future of edge intelligence."

"Advantech and Qualcomm Technologies' collaboration marks a significant milestone in the evolution of edge computing," Jeff Torrance, SVP and general manager, Industrial and Embedded IoT, Qualcomm Technologies Inc., said in the release. "By combining Advantech's expertise in industrial computing with our cutting-edge technology, we are poised to reshape the future of embedded systems. This collaboration will unlock new possibilities for AIoT applications, enabling seamless integration of AI-powered solutions at the edge. We are excited to be part of this journey and look forward to the transformative impact it will have on various industries."