Oak Ridge National Laboratory

AMD’s $1B Supercomputing Bet at Oak Ridge National Labs

Oak Ridge National Laboratory is doubling down on AMD-powered supercomputing with two new $1 billion systems. The Lux AI and Discovery machines represent a major public-private partnership aimed at scientific breakthroughs and national security.

by Priya KapoorOctober 30, 2025November 3, 2025

AI Computing Technology

AMD’s $1B AI Supercomputer Deal Signals New Era in Sovereign AI Race

AMD has secured a massive $1 billion partnership with the Department of Energy to build two next-generation supercomputers. This strategic move positions the US to compete in the global AI arms race with specialized “AI factories” for scientific research.

by Samuel KimOctober 28, 2025November 2, 2025