MemryX and Variscite Partner to Revolutionize Edge AI Solutions for Faster Deployment
In a significant move for edge AI technology, MemryX Inc. and Variscite have announced their strategic partnership aimed at enhancing edge computing capabilities. This collaboration sees the two industry leaders join forces to integrate MemryX's advanced AI accelerators with Variscite's renowned System on Module (SoM) solutions. The result? A robust, high-performance computing platform that's optimized for both efficiency and speed in industrial applications.
MemryX Inc., recognized for its pioneering work in AI acceleration for edge devices, believes that by combining their innovative technology with Variscite's established SoMs, they can significantly simplify the deployment of AI solutions at the edge. The key advantage here is the seamless synergy created between these two technologies, which enables developers to craft intelligent edge devices that operate with reduced latency and improved power efficiency.
Keith Kressin, CEO of MemryX, emphasizes the partnership's transformative potential: "Teaming up with Variscite allows us to extend our high-performance AI accelerators directly to edge solutions, empowering developers to create smarter, more efficient devices. Our collaborative efforts are focused on making AI deployment simpler across a multitude of applications."
The initial results of this collaboration are already visible with a successful plug-and-play integration featuring Variscite's i.MX 8M Plus SoM. This system leverages a built-in Neural Processing Unit (NPU) designed to boost AI performance further. Moreover, it extends to Variscite's entire range of SoMs, including their latest releases, the i.MX 95 and i.MX 93, providing developers with an enhanced framework for AI and machine learning applications.
Ofer Austerlitz, Vice President of Business Development and Sales at Variscite, comments on their strategic collaboration, stating, "The incorporation of MemryX's AI accelerators into our SoMs greatly amplifies our AI and ML offerings. This positions us as a provider of powerful, scalable AI capabilities, aligning perfectly with our goal of delivering cutting-edge solutions that cater to the rapidly evolving edge computing landscape."
This integrated solution is set to serve numerous industries, including industrial automation, healthcare, and video management systems. It enables real-time data processing capabilities that drive quick decision-making right at the edge of operations. Developers participating in this ecosystem will have access to MemryX's extensive suite of tools and technical support. This support aids in easing integration challenges and facilitates a quicker time-to-market for AI-infused products.
At the upcoming CES 2025, scheduled for January 7-11 in Las Vegas, MemryX will showcase a live demonstration at their Palazzo Suite (50-819). Attendees at the event will get firsthand experience of the integration between Variscite's i.MX 8M Plus SoM and the MemryX M.2 Module, highlighting the streamlined performance and capabilities of their combined technologies.
MemryX prides itself as a fabless semiconductor entity focusing on edge AI processing solutions that leverage proprietary compute-at-memory technology and a unique dataflow architecture. Their offerings are designed to balance high performance and accuracy while minimizing system power usage, making them suitable for various sectors such as transportation, IoT, and an array of consumer and industrial applications.
Variscite complements this partnership with its world-class SoM solutions, having served a vast customer base across more than 150 countries. Their modules are recognized for their high integration and versatility across numerous embedded platforms. As they embark on this journey together, MemryX and Variscite are poised to redefine AI deployment at the edge, setting new standards in the industry and making intelligent computing solutions accessible to a wider range of applications and users.