Lumai launches world's first optical AI computer, slashing power use by 90%

By PulseAugur Editorial · [1 sources] · 2026-05-01 00:27

Oxford-based Lumai has unveiled the Iris Nova, the world's first optical computing system capable of running a billion-parameter large language model in real time. This new system significantly reduces power consumption for AI inference, using up to 90% less energy than traditional systems. The development promises more efficient delivery of AI services for companies. AI

IMPACT Potentially reduces energy costs for AI inference, enabling more widespread deployment of LLMs.

RANK_REASON Launch of a novel computing system with significant power efficiency gains for AI inference.

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"World’s first optical computing system runs billion-parameter AI with 90% less power" Oxford-based Lumai has launched the world’s first optical computing syste

"World’s first optical computing system runs billion-parameter AI with 90% less power" Oxford-based Lumai has launched the world’s first optical computing system that can run a billion-parameter large language model (LLM) in real time. Dubbed Iris Nova, this server can help compa…

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"World’s first optical computing system runs billion-parameter AI with 90% less power" Oxford-based Lumai has launched the world’s first optical computing syste

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