Intel is ramping up efforts to solidify its foothold in the realm of AI applications, announcing on Tuesday an expansion of its AI Acceleration program to include midrange software vendors. Alongside this expansion, Intel is unveiling an AI developer NUC, aimed at expediting the integration process. The overarching goal? To entice software developers into embracing the Core Ultra platform.
For consumers, this initiative underscores Intel’s ongoing commitment to integrating the Neural Processing Unit (NPU) within its Core Ultra processors and collaborating closely with software vendors. By leveraging Intel’s OpenVINO toolkit for AI application development, software developers stand to unlock the full potential of Intel’s Core Ultra chips, ensuring optimal performance and functionality.
While the ultimate impact of Intel’s endeavors remains to be seen, the strategy resembles the collaborative efforts between graphics vendors and game developers. By encouraging software developers to incorporate AI-specific features into their applications, Intel aims to establish Core Ultra as the preferred platform for AI computing.
As Intel forges ahead with its AI Acceleration program, the focus shifts towards engaging with a broader spectrum of software vendors, with the objective of empowering over 100 million AI-enabled PCs by 2025. With initiatives like the AI PC Developer Kit, equipped with a Core Ultra-powered Asus NUC 14 Pro, Intel is laying the groundwork for a future where AI seamlessly integrates into everyday computing experiences.
