China makes AI breakthrough, reportedly trains generative AI model across multiple data centers and GPU architectures


 



China has achieved a significant milestone by developing a single generative AI (GAI) model that operates across multiple data centers. This accomplishment is particularly noteworthy given the complexities involved in integrating different GPUs from various manufacturers, especially across geographic locations. Patrick Moorhead, Chief Analyst at Moor Insights & Strategy, highlighted this achievement on X (formerly Twitter), noting that it was discovered during a discussion about an unrelated NDA meeting.


This innovative approach is crucial for China to advance its AI initiatives, particularly in light of American sanctions that have restricted access to the latest high-performance chips. To navigate this challenge, Nvidia has released the less powerful H20 AI chips, which comply with U.S. restrictions, but there are speculations that these could also face bans soon, creating further uncertainty for Chinese tech companies.


In response, Chinese researchers have been working on integrating GPUs from different brands into a unified training cluster. This strategy allows them to combine their limited supplies of sanctioned high-end chips, such as the Nvidia A100, with more readily available GPUs like Huawei’s Ascend 910B and the Nvidia H20. While this approach has historically resulted in lower efficiency, there are indications that China has found ways to mitigate these issues, evidenced by the successful development of the GAI model across multiple data centers.


Although specific details about this GAI remain undisclosed, the achievement underscores the lengths to which Chinese researchers are willing to go to sustain the country’s AI ambitions amidst a challenging political climate.


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