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Business Insider
3 days ago
- Business
- Business Insider
Theta Labs Launches Hybrid Edge Cloud Architecture with Dynamic Supply-Demand GPU marketplace to Democratize Access to Computing
New decentralized system delivers enterprise-grade AI computing at up to 70% lower cost by intelligently combining cloud and distributed resources Theta Labs today announced the beta release of its hybrid edge cloud architecture for its Theta EdgeCloud network, a computing platform that combines traditional cloud-based GPUs with a distributed network of over 30,000 community-operated edge nodes. The platform is designed to provide cost-effective access to high-performance computing resources for AI model training and inference, video processing, financial modelling, and other GPU-intensive tasks. In this new release, a new decentralized GPU marketplace is introduced that keeps compute pricing competitive and transparent across the platform. The hybrid architecture addresses a fundamental challenge in modern computing: the rising cost and limited availability of specialized hardware needed for AI and machine learning tasks. Traditional cloud providers charge premium rates for GPU access, often pricing out smaller research teams, startups, and academic institutions. By integrating distributed computing resources from community members alongside conventional cloud infrastructure, the platform will provide similar capabilities at significantly reduced costs. A dynamic GPU marketplace for efficient compute routing Theta EdgeCloud is a decentralized marketplace that connects the supply and demand for GPU computing power. It empowers anyone with idle GPUs to contribute their resources and earn rewards, while providing developers and AI teams with a scalable, cost-efficient platform for running containerized workloads. The platform now allows customers to choose the most suitable infrastructure for different types of computing tasks. For instance, training a large AI model that requires substantial GPU vRAM can be directed to powerful cloud or data center based GPUs. In contrast, tasks like burst model inference workloads, which are inherently parallelizable, can be distributed across many community-operated gaming machines, providing a flexible and cost-effective alternative. To ensure a fair and dynamic pricing model, Theta EdgeCloud allows node operators (the supply side) to set their own hourly rental rates. Meanwhile, users (the demand side) can select nodes that meet their performance requirements and budget constraints when launching workloads. This market-driven approach helps keep GPU compute pricing competitive and transparent across the platform. The system includes backup mechanisms with automatic failover logic to reassign work if any community device goes offline, ensuring reliable completion of computing tasks across the heterogeneous network of GPU types. Powering Leading Academic and Enterprise Customers The platform currently serves customers including Stanford University, Seoul National University, KAIST, Yonsei University, the University of Oregon, Michigan State University, and NTU Singapore for academic AI research. Enterprise clients include major sports teams such as the NHL's Las Vegas Knights, NBA's Houston Rockets, and global esports teams FlyQuest and Evil Geniuses. The beta release includes features requested by existing customers, including persistent storage for AI model training, improved job prioritization, and a developer API interface for job submission and analytics. "The reality is that GPU costs have become prohibitive for many organizations doing important AI research," said Jieyi Long, CTO of Theta Labs. "Universities are telling us they're having to scale back projects or wait months for access to affordable computing resources. By tapping into the unused GPU power sitting in gaming computers and workstations around the world, we can deliver the same computational capabilities at a fraction of the cost. This means our partners at Stanford, KAIST, and other institutions can run more experiments, iterate faster, and push the boundaries of what's possible in AI research without budget constraints limiting their ambitions." Technical Capabilities The hybrid architecture supports containerized computing tasks including AI model training and inference, video encoding and transcoding, 3D rendering, financial simulations, and scientific computing applications. The platform provides over 80 PetaFLOPS of distributed GPU compute power through its combination of cloud partnerships with Google Cloud and Amazon Web Services and its distributed edge network. The EdgeCloud client node is a lightweight software package that enables community members to contribute their idle GPU capacity. Advanced job containerization ensures high-efficiency computation across different GPU types and specifications. To learn more about the EdgeCloud client software, please check out this link. Theta Labs is the leading provider of decentralized cloud infrastructure for AI, media and entertainment powered by a global network of 30,000 distributed edge nodes and a native blockchain. Backed by Samsung, Sony, Bertelsmann Digital Media Investments and Creative Artists Agency, Theta is among the top 10 DePIN blockchains by market capitalization on Coingecko and top AI tokens on Theta's enterprise validator and governance council is composed of global market leaders including Google, Samsung, CAA and Binance. Recently launched Theta EdgeCloud is the first hybrid cloud-edge computing AI platform with over 80 PetaFLOPS of on-demand distributed GPU compute power. EdgeCloud now counts 25 global customers including 4 of the top 5 South Korea universities, top professional sports teams including NHL's Las Vegas Knights, NBA's Houston Rockets and global esports teams FlyQuest and Evil Geniuses among others.
Korea Herald
3 days ago
- Science
- Korea Herald
Sejong University earns global recognition, ranks third domestically
Sejong University has been ranked third among Korean universities in the recent global university rankings, which evaluated over 2,250 institutions worldwide based on research output and international competitiveness. The Seoul-based university placed 238th overall, following Seoul National University and Yonsei University, which ranked 122nd and 234th, respectively. The rankings were compiled by US News & World Report, an American publication that annually evaluates universities across 13 indicators, including research reputation, publication and citation performance, and the extent of international collaboration. This marks the second consecutive year that Sejong has held the No. 3 position among Korean institutions in the assessment, while rising three places in the global ranking from the previous year. Specifically, Sejong University ranked 38th globally for the proportion of top 10 percent most-cited papers, and 89th for the share of top 1 percent most-cited papers. Its level of collaboration with international institutions was also highly rated. Sejong also earned global recognition for its academic departments, with water resources engineering ranked 35th, mathematics 51st, electrical and electronic engineering 70th, and artificial intelligence 99th. Sejong University President Um Jong-hwa attributed the results to the university's longstanding focus on strengthening its research capacity and global engagement. 'This outcome reflects our commitment to a research-driven education model, continued investment in research, and expansion of international collaboration,' Um said. 'We will continue to grow as a leading global research university that delivers academic excellence and social contributions.'
India Gazette
3 days ago
- Business
- India Gazette
HD Hyundai hosts forum to boost shipbuilding ties between Korea and US
New Delhi [India], June 25 (ANI): South Korean conglomerate HD Hyundai held a special academic forum on Tuesday to find practical ways to improve cooperation between South Korea and the United States in the shipbuilding industry, as reported by the Korea Herald. HD Hyundai has a diverse range of businesses, including shipbuilding, heavy equipment, machinery, and the petroleum industry. Chung Ki-sun, Executive Vice Chairman of HD Hyundai, emphasized the importance of this partnership, saying, 'This collaboration marks the beginning of a true maritime alliance -- one that goes beyond talent exchange to sharing technologies and visions between Korea and the US.' The event took place at the company's Global Research and Development Center in Seongnam, Gyeonggi Province, and brought together shipbuilding experts and university representatives from both countries. The forum focused on how the two nations can work together to develop shipbuilding technology and support each other's industries. It also came shortly after the inauguration of South Korea's new president, Lee Jae Myung, adding significance to the event. Representatives from 13 universities, including Seoul National University, KAIST, the University of Michigan, and MIT, participated in the discussions. Important government figures such as Andrew Gately from the US Embassy in Korea and Lee Seung-ryeol from Korea's Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy were also in attendance. A second session was held at Seoul National University later that day. Participants shared details about their university shipbuilding programs and talked about how they can work together to train future experts in the field. This forum builds on a 2024 partnership between HD Hyundai, Seoul National University, and the University of Michigan. One of the key goals is to help the U.S. bring new life to its shrinking shipbuilding industry. HD Hyundai is also partnering with American institutions like the University of Michigan and the US Naval Academy to train skilled workers for U.S. shipyards. (ANI)
Korea Herald
4 days ago
- Business
- Korea Herald
HD Hyundai hosts forum to elevate US-Korea shipbuilding ties
HD Hyundai hosted an academic forum Tuesday aimed at explored practical measures to enhance bilateral collaboration in the shipbuilding sector, bringing together experts from both South Korea and the United States. 'This collaboration marks the beginning of a true maritime alliance — one that goes beyond talent exchange to sharing technologies and visions between Korea and the US,' said Chung Ki-sun, executive vice chairman of HD Hyundai. 'Let us work together toward the growth and prosperity of both nations' shipbuilding industries.' The event, held at HD Hyundai Global Research and Development Center in Seongnam, Gyeonggi Province, served as a platform for discussion on developing shipbuilding technology in a mutually beneficial way, particularly in the context of the recent inauguration of Korean President Lee Jae Myung, according to HD Hyundai. It brought together participants from 13 universities across Korea and the US, including Seoul National University, Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology, the University of Michigan and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Key attendees also included Andrew Gately, commercial minister-counselor at the US Embassy in Korea and Lee Seung-ryeol, deputy minister for industrial policy at Korea's Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy. In the second session held later the same day at Seoul National University in Seoul, participants also shared details of their respective shipbuilding curricula and discussed strategies for jointly fostering industrial talent, the company said. The forum builds on a 2024 trilateral partnership between HD Hyundai, Seoul National University, and the University of Michigan, as the company explores ways to support US efforts to revitalize its declining shipbuilding industry. With workforce development viewed as a key priority, HD Hyundai is strengthening ties with US institutions like the University of Michigan and the US Naval Academy to cultivate shipbuilding talent for local shipyards.
Arab News
6 days ago
- Health
- Arab News
Saudi dentists bring new expertise home from South Korea's top medical schools
SEOUL: When Mohammed Al-Keshan left Makkah to study at South Korea's top university, he found himself not just 8,000 km away from home, but also in a place where everything seemed different from what he was used to. Al-Keshan was already 32 when he started his dentistry residency at Seoul National University in 2017. He neither knew the language nor culture — and at that time, there were not many other students in Saudi Arabia with the experience of pursuing medicine in South Korea. 'Then, there was loneliness and homesickness. The courses were more intense (than in Saudi Arabia), and it took me about two to three months to adapt,' he told Arab News. 'It is not easy to learn at this age and to adapt to the culture. But the Korean people are very kind and smart. They gave me a lot of advice and were very helpful.' Al-Keshan became one of the pioneers in a growing medical exchange program under the Saudi and Korean ministries of health that places a special focus on dental sciences. The Seoul National University School of Dentistry, where he was enrolled, is ranked among the world's 30 best dental schools. After completing his residency in 2021 and receiving certification from the Saudi board, he returned to South Korea in 2024 to pursue further professional development at a special facility that his school runs: the Seoul Dental Hospital for the Disabled. While in other countries dental care for people with disabilities is usually part of general dental care or is provided at specialized departments within broader hospitals, the South Korean hospital is the only dedicated dental hospital in the world exclusively for patients with disabilities. 'Saudi Arabia does not have a whole dental hospital that is dedicated to special needs care like the one at SNU. So, I would like to coordinate with the Ministry of Health to create one when I go back to Saudi Arabia,' Al-Keshan said. 'I would like to help build something similar … because people with special needs have different dentistry needs.' The Saudi-Korean medical exchange program, which began in 2015, initially accepted no more than five dentists per year. The number has since more than doubled. 'I was the second batch that the MOH was sending to Korea. The first batch was in 2015 … It was usually under five people,' Al-Keshan said. 'I think it is around 11 or 12. So, there are many more people now.' For South Korea, the initiative has become a model for global cooperation in healthcare and is resulting in a wave of medical professionals bringing global expertise back to the Kingdom. Prof. Lee Yong-moo, head of SNU Dental Hospital, vowed during this year's commencement ceremony for Saudi doctors to continue the training program to 'nurture talent to develop Saudi Arabia's dentistry field' as the program 'has become a milestone global exchange project that contributes to the growing friendship between the two countries.' As the program expands, more young Saudi dentists are coming to South Korea to study at its top institutions. One of them is Youssef Bajnaid, a 33-year-old dentist from Jeddah, who arrived in South Korea in 2023. He is currently completing his residency in prosthodontics at Kyung Hee University — another institution known for its strong dental program. He studied dentistry for seven years in Saudi Arabia and after a year of learning Korean at the Hankuk University of Foreign Studies is now a resident in the prosthodontics department. 'My batch is 11 doctors … We want to know the (latest) treatment methods in the dentistry field,' he said. 'And I want to represent my country during my work. I get a lot of support from my professors at Kyung Hee … We have the same vision.'
