AMD Acquires MEXT to Repurpose Flash Storage as DRAM for AI Data Centers

AMD acquires MEXT Technology to repurpose flash storage as DRAM, aiming to reduce data center costs and expand usable memory capacity for AI workloads.

AMD MEXT
AMD MEXT

has acquired MEXT Technology, a developer of predictive memory optimization software. The deal aims to lower the total cost of ownership for artificial intelligence data centers. This move allows AMD to repurpose flash storage to function more like high-speed DRAM.

Deal aims to lower total cost of ownership by making flash storage behave like high-speed memory

The acquisition expands AMD's capacity in full-stack compute solutions. MEXT's technology focuses on making flash storage behave similarly to volatile memory. This approach helps maintain performance and efficiency while increasing usable memory capacity.

AMD plans to integrate MEXT's predictive memory tech across its data center portfolio. The goal is to improve resource utilization for enterprise customers. Specific timelines for this integration have not been disclosed in the announcement.

The company stated that the acquisition adds to its ability to deliver differentiated solutions. This strategy targets lower operational costs without sacrificing speed. AMD expects these changes to help enterprises unlock greater value from their hardware investments.

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