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With AMD MI300X at TensorWave, we've been able to show 33% higher throughput compared to H100 in real world scenarios and as high as 194% increase in throughput on offline benchmarks for popular MoE models - and we expect this performance advantage to grow larger as we optimize further! This is only the beginning.. Check out our detailed analysis and benchmarks below More to come soon ??????

?? The next wave of AI Compute is racked and stacked! TensorWave ?? #vegastech #AMD #GPUrich #firsttomarket #mi300x

???? Celebrating Innovators at StartUp Vegas LevelUp's March Showcase! As we navigate through 2024, we honor the pioneers at the forefront of tech innovation. ?? ?? Photon under Francois Modarresse's leadership, is reinventing how we think about secure and fast connectivity, charting a new course in IT infrastructure security. ? Capattery, co-founded by Gopi Latpate, is igniting the graphene battery revolution, charging towards a future where energy is more efficient, durable, and quickly replenished. ??? Aero AI, envisioned by CEO Osarodion Victory I., is elevating aerial data accuracy with their cutting-edge SiEGA platform, offering a new dimension of geospatial intelligence. ?? A special accolade to our panelists - Bob Christopher, John Emmons, Sarah Evans, and Rachel Mackey - for their expert insights and dedication. ?? And a heartfelt thanks to the 112 tech enthusiasts who converged at the Town Square WeWork in Las Vegas. Your passion fuels our collective quest for innovation. ?? Mark your calendars for the next LevelUp on May 3rd — an opportunity to mingle with the greats of #VegasTech. Let’s keep the momentum going and continue to elevate the tech scene in Las Vegas together! ?? #StartUpVegas #LevelUp #Innovation #TechNews #Photon #Capattery #AeroAI #Networking #TechCommunity Heather Brown Michael Lee Sherwood Jeff Saling Jeff Tatarchuk Darrick Horton Daniel Steele Karsten Heise Teddy Liaw Jason Lin Richard Ling Tyler Williams

We’ve lost a giant. Ryan Smith, the driving force behind so much of our city's transformation and a cherished friend, left us suddenly. As the Economic and Urban Development Director, Ryan was instrumental in reshaping the landscapes of downtown, the Arts District, the Historic Westside, and more. His efforts laid the groundwork for a vibrant, thriving community—a place many of us are proud to call home and where our businesses flourish. Ryan was far more than a city official; he was a visionary whose influence deeply permeated the entrepreneurial community. His initiatives profoundly changed our city's developmental trajectory, creating spaces where innovation and creativity could thrive. Ryan's work was not merely about constructing buildings and spaces; it was about nurturing an ecosystem conducive to the growth of startups and numerous other ventures. My introduction to Ryan came unexpectedly, through a cold call that spoke volumes about the kind of person he was. He reached out to our office at Influential, surprised that a significant VC-backed startup was just a stone's throw from city hall without any prior contact with the city. What started as a lunch between strangers quickly blossomed into a fast friendship, founded on mutual respect and shared aspirations for our community. Ryan's interest in Influential and his ambition to cultivate a startup ecosystem inspired me to embark on founding StartUp Vegas. His support and insights were crucial in launching or scaling initiatives like Tech Alley, the Startup Ecosystem Breakfast, Vegas Tech Summit, and StartUpNV, which have become foundational elements of our dynamic startup scene. Beyond his professional accomplishments, Ryan was a man of profound character and warmth. For those of us fortunate enough to know him beyond the confines of city hall, Ryan stood as a beacon of kindness, a devoted father to his two daughters, and a friend who infused our lives with laughter and light. The void left by Ryan's passing is profound, impacting not just the cityscape he helped transform but also the hearts of everyone who knew him. He was a genuine partner to the entrepreneurial community, a friend who championed the power of collaboration and the significance of giving back, always asking how he could help and check-in on progress. As we grieve Ryan's loss, we also celebrate the enduring legacy he leaves—a city forever bettered by his contributions and a community galvanized by his vision and dedication. Ryan, thank you for believing in us, for challenging us to excel, and for imprinting an indelible mark on our lives and our city. Your memory will forever guide us as we continue to build upon the community you so passionately helped shape. Your friend, Piotr Tomasik

Thanks to everyone who made it out to StartUp Vegas LevelUp! Chêrénique Chase John Emmons Bob Christopher Heather Brown Darrick Horton Luis M. Vlad Suteu Carmon Wong Larry Singh Jennifer Battle Pavel Ivanov Vik Sehdev, P.E., CCM Kunal Mishra