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The Ultimate Guide to High Performance Computing

A curated Asian edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for High Performance Computing (HPC).

What to know about High Performance Computing

High Performance Computing (HPC) is a field that focuses on using advanced computing technologies to solve complex problems and process vast amounts of data rapidly. It encompasses the design and deployment of powerful computing systems, including supercomputers and specialized hardware, to support applications ranging from scientific research and AI development to data analytics and industrial simulations.

Exploring this tag reveals the latest innovations, partnerships, and breakthroughs in hardware, software, and infrastructure that drive HPC forward. Readers can learn about advancements in AI integration, data centre efficiency, cooling technologies, and collaborative efforts among leading technology companies. Staying informed about HPC developments provides insight into how cutting-edge computing power is shaping industries and enabling new capabilities across diverse fields.

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Recent High Performance Computing News

Fujitsu building massive supercomputer for the University of Tokyo
Supercomputing

Fujitsu building massive supercomputer for the University of Tokyo

Fujitsu is set to build a supercomputer, Oakbridge-CX, for the University of Tokyo, boasting a performance peak of 6.6 petaflops via 1,368 servers.

Mon, 18th Feb 2019

Singapore & Japan data centers feature on Green500 for efficient cooling tech
Sustainability

Singapore & Japan data centers feature on Green500 for efficient cooling tech

Asetek's liquid cooling technology is behind nine installations on the Green500 list of the world's most energy efficient supercomputers.

Fri, 2nd Dec 2016

Supermicro unveils blueprints for giant AI data centres
Data centers

Supermicro unveils blueprints for giant AI data centres

AI operators face a standardised route to megascale sites as Supermicro bundles cooling, power and networking for deployments from 5MW to 1GW.

Today

TSMC uses Nvidia AI to boost chip factory efficiency
Energy efficient

TSMC uses Nvidia AI to boost chip factory efficiency

Chipmakers face higher costs and slower production as TSMC deploys Nvidia AI across lithography, inspection and fab scheduling.

Yesterday

WD to showcase AI storage platforms at Computex 2026
Sustainability

WD to showcase AI storage platforms at Computex 2026

Growing AI data sets are putting storage economics under pressure, prompting WD to pitch harder drives and tiered platforms as part of the answer.

Yesterday

Aewin unveils rack-scale AI infrastructure & cooling
Sustainability

Aewin unveils rack-scale AI infrastructure & cooling

Rising chip heat and rack density are pushing data centre operators towards liquid cooling to curb power use and support larger AI deployments.

2 days ago

Dow launches coolant care network for data centres
Sustainability

Dow launches coolant care network for data centres

The service aims to ease maintenance and fault diagnosis as AI-driven data centres increasingly rely on direct-to-chip liquid cooling.

Last month

Güntner launches data centre cooling division with JAEGGI
Sustainability

Güntner launches data centre cooling division with JAEGGI

The new unit gives operators a single point of contact for cooling systems as demand for artificial intelligence and cloud sites strains energy and water use.

Last month

Dell says data is the differentiator in the age of agentic AI
Digital Transformation

Dell says data is the differentiator in the age of agentic AI

AI will only set firms apart if they can harness trusted proprietary data, Dell said as it unveiled new tools and partnerships.

Last month

Dell expands AI Factory with NVIDIA for enterprise use
Digital Transformation

Dell expands AI Factory with NVIDIA for enterprise use

Enterprises can now run more AI projects on their own infrastructure as Dell adds data tools, racks and partner software to its NVIDIA tie-up.

Last month

Quobly, Hon Hai launch quantum phase estimation toolbox
Quantum Computing

Quobly, Hon Hai launch quantum phase estimation toolbox

The open-source software gives researchers a way to test quantum phase estimation trade-offs before fault-tolerant machines arrive.

Last month

Kingston adds faster memory, USB security & SSD capacity
Data centers

Kingston adds faster memory, USB security & SSD capacity

Data centre operators gain a 30.72TB option as Kingston adds faster DDR5 memory and encrypted USB storage for security-focused users.

Last month

Skeleton raises €33m ahead of US IPO plans in 2027
Energy efficient

Skeleton raises €33m ahead of US IPO plans in 2027

Rising power constraints at AI data centres are driving demand for Skeleton’s storage systems as it gears up for a US listing in 2027.

Last month

IREN signs GBP £3.4 billion AI cloud deal with NVIDIA
Financial results

IREN signs GBP £3.4 billion AI cloud deal with NVIDIA

The miner-to-cloud shift gained momentum as IREN boosted contracted AI revenue and set out a wider 5GW expansion with NVIDIA.

Last month

Cognizant named Aston Martin F1 Global AI Services partner
Customer Data Platforms

Cognizant named Aston Martin F1 Global AI Services partner

The deal should help Aston Martin turn race data into quicker decisions and better fan management as AI becomes central to its operations.

Last month

Quantum Computing launches NeuraWave for edge AI inference
Robotics

Quantum Computing launches NeuraWave for edge AI inference

Customers in telecoms, vehicles and healthcare could gain faster, lower-power AI processing as the photonic system moves to order.

Sat, 25th Apr 2026

SiTime touts precision timing to cut AI data centre energy
Sustainability

SiTime touts precision timing to cut AI data centre energy

Against a backdrop of surging AI power demand, the chipmaker says tighter synchronisation can curb wasted energy and lift data centre efficiency.

Fri, 24th Apr 2026

Data centre liquid cooling market set for rapid growth
Trends & Predictions

Data centre liquid cooling market set for rapid growth

Liquid cooling is moving into mainstream data centre design as AI workloads push operators to curb power use and manage rising heat.

Mon, 20th Apr 2026

OVHcloud adds Quandela quantum computer to platform
Research and Development

OVHcloud adds Quandela quantum computer to platform

Asia-Pacific users can now test quantum workloads remotely on a 12-qubit photonic machine, billed by the second with no commitment.

Mon, 20th Apr 2026

Iceotope passes 200 patents as AI cooling demand rises
Energy efficient

Iceotope passes 200 patents as AI cooling demand rises

Rising AI heat loads are sharpening demand for liquid cooling, with the firm saying its patent portfolio could help data centre operators cut energy use.

Fri, 17th Apr 2026