Fastweb + Vodafone Unveils NeXXt AI Factory and AI Language Model in Italy
Fastweb + Vodafone has invested in AI infrastructure to develop secure AI solutions for Italian companies. The demand for AI skills has surged by 93% in the past year, with 71% of large Italian firms launching AI projects. The NeXXt AI Factory, located near Bergamo, boasts a SuperPOD from Nvidia and aims to create a proprietary AI language model, Fastweb MIIA, using data from partners like Mondadori and the Senate. To compete with the US and China, significant investment in technology and talent training is crucial.
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Fastweb + Vodafone has invested in AI infrastructure, launching the NeXXt AI Factory, Italy's largest private supercomputer for AI development, located near Bergamo. Demand for AI skills has increased by 93% in the past year, with 71% of large Italian companies starting AI projects.
The company aims to develop a proprietary AI language model, Fastweb MIIA, utilizing unique Italian texts from partnerships with Mondadori, Bignami Editori, Istat, and the Senate. To bridge the gap with the US and China, investments in technology and talent training are essential, according to Claudio Stamile, Head of AI R&D and Solutions. Challenges include securing funding, navigating regulatory frameworks, and developing necessary skills among professionals.
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