The US government has reportedly secured a major deal with leading tech company AMD. The US Department of Energy and AMD have agreed to a $1 billion contract to build two advanced supercomputers for the federal department over the coming years.
According to a report by Reuters, which cited a statement from AMD and CEO Dr. Lisa Su, the first of these supercomputers is expected to be operational by 2029. This powerful machine will support the US government in various critical areas, including the management of the US nuclear arsenal and advancing medical research, particularly in cancer breakthroughs.
Energy Secretary Chris Wright emphasized that the partnership with AMD will significantly accelerate technological growth in the US once the supercomputers are implemented. The collaboration highlights the government’s ongoing commitment to investing in cutting-edge technology to maintain a strategic edge and foster innovation across multiple sectors.
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