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Techday NZ
11 hours ago
- Business
- Techday NZ
VDURA unveils HyperScaleFlow v11.2 to cut AI storage costs
VDURA has introduced Version 11.2 of its Data Platform, HyperScaleFlow, which brings enhancements to support artificial intelligence and high-performance computing workloads. The latest release delivers native Kubernetes Container Storage Interface (CSI) support, comprehensive end-to-end encryption, and the launch of VDURACare Premier, a support package that combines hardware, software, and maintenance under a single contract. A preview of the V-ScaleFlow capability is also included, which manages data movement between high-performance QLC flash and high-capacity hard drives to improve efficiency for AI-scale operations and reduce costs. According to VDURA, native CSI support eases multi-tenant Kubernetes deployments by enabling persistent-volume provisioning and management without scripting. The new end-to-end encryption feature provides security for data from transfer through to storage, including tenant-specific encryption per volume. VDURACare Premier offers comprehensive support through a single contract, covering hardware, software, and services such as a ten-year no-cost replacement policy for drives and 24-hour expert assistance. The V-ScaleFlow technology, currently in preview within the software, introduces an optimised data management layer. It dynamically orchestrates placement and movement of data between QLC SSDs, such as the Pascari 128TB, and high-density hard drives exceeding 30TB each. This approach aims to reduce flash capacity requirements by more than 50 percent and cut power consumption, which the company says delivers significant cost savings for organisations building AI data pipelines. The V-ScaleFlow system tackles industry challenges associated with write-intensive AI checkpoints and long-term data storage by using V-Burst to absorb demand spikes and write data sequentially to large NVMe drives, halving the amount of flash needed. For long-tail datasets and historic artefacts, the system moves data to high-capacity hard drives, which is intended to reduce both operational expenses and energy usage per petabyte stored. The VDURACare Premier bundle addresses the complexity seen in contracts that separate hardware, software, and maintenance through a combined package with risk-free coverage across a decade. Benefits highlighted for Version 11.2 and V-ScaleFlow include seamless data movement between flash and disks, optimised storage economics that can lower total cost of ownership by up to 60 percent, sub-millisecond latency for NVMe-class performance, and streamlined Kubernetes deployment for stateful AI workloads. Ken Claffey, Chief Executive Officer of VDURA, said: "V11.2 delivers the speed, cloud-native simplicity, and security our customers expect - while V-ScaleFlow applies hyperscaler design principles, leveraging the same commodity SSDs and HDDs to enable efficient scaling and breakthrough economics." VDURA stated that Data Platform V11.2 will become generally available on new V5000 systems during the third quarter of 2025. The full release of V-ScaleFlow is anticipated in the fourth quarter of 2025. Current V5000 users will have access to upgrade to Version 11.2 through an online update process. VDURA is presenting the capabilities of its data platform at ISC 2025, alongside partners such as Phison Pascari, Seagate Mozaic, Starfish, and Cornelis Networks. The company is hosting the VDURA AI Data Challenge, an event featuring strongman Hafþór Björnsson, which will allow attendees to engage with interactive data tasks and evaluate GPU-optimised data performance. Commenting on the technology, Michael Wu, President and General Manager of Phison U.S., said: "Phison has collaborated closely with VDURA to validate V-ScaleFlow technology, enabling seamless integration of our highest-capacity QLC Pascari enterprise SSDs in the VDURA Data Platform. V-Burst optimises write-intensive AI workloads, delivering exceptional performance and endurance while driving down costs - a game-changer for HPC and AI environments." Trey Layton, Vice President of Software and Product Management for Advanced Computing at Penguin Solutions, added: "Penguin Solutions is excited to see VDURA's V11.2 release and breakthrough features that include V-ScaleFlow, native CSI support, and end-to-end encryption that advance the operational goals of our enterprise, federal, and cloud customers. These enhancements simplify persistent storage orchestration across Kubernetes environments, ensure robust security without performance tradeoffs, and unlock compelling TCO improvements for organisations scaling AI and HPC workloads. VDURA continues to deliver a platform purpose-built for the future of real-time, inference-driven infrastructure."
Qatar Tribune
3 days ago
- Business
- Qatar Tribune
Qatar Leadership Centre signs agreement with Aspen Institute
Tribune News Network Doha The Qatar Leadership Centre has officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Aspen Institute for collaboration in the fields of leadership development and knowledge exchange. The signing ceremony took place in the presence of Sheikh Dr. Abdulla bin Ali bin Saud Al-Thani, vice chairman and managing director of Qatar Leadership Centre (QLC), members of the Board, Dr. Daniel R. Porterfield, president and CEO of the Aspen Institute (USA), and Abdulla Mohammed Khalifa Albinali, general manager of QLC, The MoU also aims to foster and strengthen mutual cooperation in the design of specialized workshops and seminars centered on values-based and innovative leadership. It also seeks to support joint learning initiatives, share strategic insights, and facilitate the exchange of expertise between professionals from both sides. Abdulla M. Albinali stated, 'This partnership falls within Qatar Leadership Centre's strategic trajectory to broaden collaboration with distinguished international institutions, such as the Aspen Institute.' Dr. Daniel R. Porterfield commented, 'My colleagues and I have been extremely impressed by the Qatar Leadership Centre and its work shaping the future of leadership in Qatar and the broader region. The impact of the Centre's work is both profound and far-reaching, and we look forward to building new initiatives together that foster dialogue, activate leaders, and drive change.' This strategic partnership reflects Qatar Leadership Centre's commitment to expanding its international collaboration network and leveraging global best practices in cultivating and empowering national leadership talent, in alignment with the goals of comprehensive development and Qatar National Vision 2030.
Techday NZ
28-05-2025
- Business
- Techday NZ
Pure Storage & SK hynix partner on energy-efficient QLC flash
Pure Storage has announced a collaboration with SK hynix to deliver QLC flash storage products designed for hyperscale data centres. The collaboration seeks to address the increasing demands placed on data centres by workloads that require both high storage density and greater energy efficiency. Many hyperscale data centres face challenges with existing storage technology, particularly hard disk drives (HDDs), which have shown limitations in handling high-capacity, data-intensive workloads typical in the current AI-driven landscape. According to Pure Storage, future DirectFlash Module products will incorporate SK hynix's QLC NAND flash memory and are intended to support environments where both performance and capacity are critical. The integration is designed to offer sustained high performance, lower latency, energy savings, and high reliability for exascale workloads. The companies highlight several key benefits of this partnership, including the ability to deliver lower energy consumption, which could assist customers in managing power constraints and reducing operating costs. This is expected to translate into a reduced overall carbon footprint for organisations running large data operations. The joint solution also emphasises scalability and a competitive total cost of ownership (TCO). By providing highly rack-dense systems, the QLC flash storage aims to improve storage scalability and efficiency, offering advantages over traditional HDD setups in large-scale deployments. Bill Cerreta, GM, Hyperscale, Pure Storage, commented on the new collaboration: "This collaboration with SK hynix is an exciting step in our mission to deliver superior all-flash storage technology to hyperscalers. By combining SK hynix's advanced QLC products with Pure Storage's host-based flash management architecture, we can deliver an optimized solution for the hyperscale production environment and AI infrastructure. Pure Storage can further elevate performance, scalability, reliability, and energy efficiency, addressing the unique demands facing today's data-centric industries." Sam Lee, EVP, Head of Global Sales and Marketing, SK hynix, said: "Hyperscalers are constantly searching for data storage technology that doesn't limit their potential innovation, but propels it to unforeseen levels. SK hynix's NAND technology, combined with Pure Storage's robust platform, presents a formidable option for data center operators focused on maximizing performance, efficiency, and scalability. Together, we are empowering hyperscale environments to tackle burgeoning data volumes with cutting-edge, sustainable storage solutions." Data bottlenecks and energy costs are ongoing concerns for data centre operators, particularly as AI-driven workloads grow. Both partner companies are aiming to help customers confront these issues by offering a platform that unites advances in flash memory and storage management. The companies point out that wide adoption of QLC flash could ultimately move large-scale environments beyond traditional disk-based storage, by providing mechanisms to support evolving data centre needs with greater energy efficiency and improved scalability.
Korea Herald
21-05-2025
- Business
- Korea Herald
Storage Meets AI: Longsys' Comprehensive Innovation Journey at COMPUTEX 2025
TAIPEI, May 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- From May 20 to 23, COMPUTEX 2025 is held at Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center Halls 1 and 2. Under the theme "Storage Meets AI," Longsys( presented its industry-leading storage solutions and global consumer brand Lexar, showcasing its latest innovations for the AI era. Comprehensive Storage Innovation for Multi-Dimensional AI Applications Focusing on AI PCs and AI servers, the company launched a series of significant new products to provide more complete and efficient storage solutions for AI-related applications. 8TB XP2350 QLC NAND PCIe SSD – A Powerful Storage Solution for AI PCs QLC SSDs, due to their high density and read performance, are ideal for AI datasets that are frequently updated but not heavily rewritten. They offer data capacity, lower power consumption, and cost-efficiency, making them a promising storage solution for AI scenarios. Industrial-Grade BGA SSD – Compact Storage for Embedded Systems Built with PCIe Gen4×4, this SSD is designed for smart vehicles, industrial PCs, rugged tablets, and smart NICs. Flagship PCIe Gen5 SSD – Performance Peak for Gaming and Creator Lexar showcased the NM1090 PRO PCIe Gen5 SSD, attracting major attention. Full-Stack AI Storage – Building End-to-End Ecosystems From consumer to enterprise solutions, Longsys has constructed a full-stack AI storage ecosystem. QLC Storage for Edge AI Beyond QLC SSDs, Longsys' QLC eMMC products—built on 3D stacking and powered by the in-house WM6000 controller—offer 30% performance boosts and ultra-low standby power consumption. The enhanced eMMC Ultra variant increases bandwidth by 50%, reaching up to 600MB/s to serve AI smartphones and XR devices. AI Cluster Storage Solutions To address memory bottlenecks in AI compute clusters, Longsys exhibited enterprise memory and SSD solutions: In 2025, Longsys also launched UFS products (from 4.1 to 2.1 protocol) based on in-house controllers, laying the groundwork for AI smartphones. Future plans include QLC UFS and QLC eSSD for a full-stack AI storage architecture from mobile to data center. By integrating storage media innovation, controller design, and firmware optimization, Longsys is creating a solid foundation for AI deployment. PTM Business Model – Full-Spectrum Storage Foundry Services The PTM (Product Technology Manufacturing) model integrates chip design, firmware, packaging, industrial design, testing, and manufacturing to offer customers one-stop storage foundry solutions. Firmware Development & Feature Customization For SSDs, Longsys provides extensive customization—from intelligent garbage collection and compression to ECC and partition strategies. Performance parameters like latency, power, and speed can be precisely tuned. A notable case: for an 8K panoramic recording SSD, Longsys developed a pSLC solution with 5000MB/s read/write speeds and 42,000TB TBW, ensuring long-term performance and exceeding customer expectations. Testing & Delivery A strict validation system simulates complex workloads to ensure SSD stability. Supported by its Zhongshan storage industry park, Longsys offers dedicated production lines for tailored delivery. For education display devices, where conventional SSDs fall short, Longsys reduced failure rates by 300 DPPM through enhanced particle screening and customized testing lines, improving both delivery efficiency and product quality. Looking Ahead, Longsys will continue advancing storage technology, AI storage solutions, and its PTM model to further support the development and deployment of AI applications across industries. Media Kit: Press image About Longsys Founded in 1999, Longsys( is a globally leading branded semiconductor memory enterprise, integrating R&D, design, packaging and testing, manufacturing, and sales services. Longsys upholds the corporate vision of "Everything for memory." With memory technology innovation at its core, Longsys provides high-end, flexible, and efficient full-stack customized services to global customers. For more information please visit and follow Longsys on LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter.
Korea Herald
12-05-2025
- Business
- Korea Herald
Storage Meets AI: Longsys to Showcase Comprehensive Innovation at COMPUTEX 2025
SHENZHEN, China, May 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Longsys( a branded semiconductor enterprise, will exhibit at COMPUTEX 2025 from May 20 to 23 at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center, under the theme "Storage Meets AI." As artificial intelligence continues to drive innovation across devices and infrastructure, Longsys will unveil a comprehensive portfolio of high-performance, high-capacity, and highly reliable storage solutions built for AI-era applications. As AI models grow in size and are increasingly deployed locally, they require vast storage with strong throughput capabilities. This drives the demand for QLC NAND SSDs, which offer higher capacity at a lower cost compared to TLC and MLC. Longsys will debut the XP2350, a next-generation QLC NAND SSD engineered to meet the demands of large AI models and read-intensive tasks such as inference, generative AI, and machine learning. With superior storage density and cost-efficiency, the XP2350 QLC NAND SSD is optimized for fast local access to massive datasets. To meet the growing demand for compact and robust storage in industrial application, Longsys will introduce a new industrial-grade BGA SSD. This solution delivers high performance and long-term reliability in space-constrained environments, making it ideal for rugged tablets, embedded systems, and industrial PCs. Compared to consumer-grade BGA SSDs, it offers enhanced endurance and stability, expanding Longsys' industrial storage portfolio. In the consumer application, Lexar, Longsys's high-end consumer storage brand, will showcase the NM1090 PRO PCIe Gen5 SSD, which doubles the speed of Gen4 SSDs. This flagship model is built to deliver top-tier performance for demanding creators, gamers, and professionals. In addition to the XP2350 QLC NAND SSD, Longsys will showcase a broader portfolio of AI-oriented storage innovations. These include QLC-based eMMC solutions optimized for mobile devices, offering higher storage density and lower power consumption to support next-generation on-device AI in consumer electronics. The company will also feature enterprise-grade SSDs and DRAM designed for AI data centers, delivering the performance and reliability required for localized AI deployment. Longsys will also present its PTM (Product Technology Manufacturing) model—an end-to-end storage foundry service that integrates chip design, firmware development, packaging, industrial design, testing, and manufacturing. This full-stack service enables customizable storage solutions across AI PCs, servers, smartphones, and data centers. With the convergence of AI and storage accelerating, Longsys is committed to empowering intelligent transformation with innovative products and solutions. Join Longsys at COMPUTEX 2025 to experience how "Storage Meets AI" is shaping the future of smart technology. About Longsys Founded in 1999, Longsys( is a globally leading branded semiconductor memory enterprise, integrating R&D, design, packaging and testing, manufacturing, and sales services. Longsys upholds the corporate vision of "Everything for memory." With memory technology innovation at its core, Longsys provides high-end, flexible, and efficient full-stack customized services to global customers. For more information please visit and follow Longsys on LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter.
