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
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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.