"Intel Unveils Hala Point: World's Largest Neuromorphic Computer with 1.15 Billion Neurons"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by ZDNet
Intel has unveiled Hala Point, the world's largest neuromorphic computer, featuring 1,152 Loihi 2 chips that enable a total of 1.15 billion artificial neurons and 128 billion synapses. The system, developed in partnership with Sandia National Laboratories, aims to advance brain-scale computing research and solve complex problems in various fields. Intel's focus on neuromorphic computing has led to significant energy efficiency and speed gains, with potential applications in areas such as drug development and high-performance computing. While commercialization is a couple of years away, Intel is committed to providing substantial value and differentiation from existing technologies when it does happen.
