Nvidia, SKT, Rebellions to jointly establish heterogeneous computing system for AI
What happened
Nvidia, SK Telecom, and Rebellions signed a memorandum of understanding on Monday to work together on building a heterogeneous AI computing system. This system will connect Nvidia's GPUs with Rebellions' NPUs for use in SK Telecom's AI data centers. The agreement was formalized during the AI Day Seoul event hosted by Nvidia in southern Seoul. The collaboration will use Nvidia's NVLink Fusion program to integrate the different processors.
Key details
- The MOU was signed on November 9, 2026, in Seoul.
- Rebellions is a domestic AI chip startup specializing in neural processing units (NPUs).
- The NVLink Fusion program enables custom AI processors to be integrated into Nvidia's infrastructure.
- SK Telecom will use the new system in its AI data centers.
- The South Korean science ministry is supporting the initiative to help local NPU developers.
Why it matters
South Korean semiconductor companies and AI chip startups gain a new way to test and showcase their technologies in global markets. SK Telecom's data centers will have access to a more flexible and powerful AI computing setup by combining different types of processors. This collaboration could help strengthen South Korea's position in the advanced semiconductor industry and encourage further development among local NPU makers.