Edge AI Innovations #19

Hey, here are some of the note worthy news on Edge AI you won't want to miss:

1. Canonical and Advantech have joined forces to launch Ubuntu Pro for Devices, a solution designed to bolster security for industrial IoT (IIoT) and AI applications. This collaboration aims to streamline the deployment and maintenance of critical infrastructure at the edge by providing a secure, reliable, and efficient operating system. Ubuntu Pro for Devices offers extended security updates, support for FIPS-certified modules, and hardened kernel configurations. These features strengthen the protection of sensitive data and operations, enabling industrial organizations to confidently leverage the benefits of edge AI and IoT while mitigating risks.
2. Viso.ai, a provider of computer vision software, has joined forces with Intel to optimize its platform for Intel hardware. This collaboration aims to enhance the performance and efficiency of Viso.ai's solutions, enabling advanced computer vision applications at the edge. By leveraging Intel's hardware acceleration technologies, Viso.ai's platform can deliver real-time insights and analytics directly on devices, reducing latency and improving overall system responsiveness. This partnership will empower businesses across various industries, including manufacturing, retail, and smart cities, to deploy intelligent vision systems that drive efficiency and automation.
3. WeRide, a leading autonomous vehicle company, has received a permit from the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) to operate fully driverless robotaxis in San Francisco. This marks a significant milestone in the development of autonomous vehicles and edge AI technology. WeRide's robotaxis utilize a combination of sensors, including LiDAR, radar, and cameras, along with powerful onboard computing to navigate complex urban environments without human intervention. This approval paves the way for further advancements in autonomous transportation and the potential for widespread adoption of robotaxi services in the future.

This newsletter focuses on the technological advancements and innovations that can affect Edge AI engineers, hands-on developers and decision makers. There are more exciting Edge AI news on the horizon, stay tuned for the weekly reports.