GreenNode, a division of VNG focused on AI Cloud services and recognized as a preferred NVIDIA Cloud Partner (NCP), has recently inaugurated a substantial AI Data cluster in Bangkok, Thailand. GreenNode's goal is to establish itself as the premier AI Cloud service provider in Asia by empowering local AI enterprises with cutting-edge high-performance computing (HPC) AI capabilities.
This facility marks one of Southeast Asia's pioneering AI-capable hyperscale data centers, managed by GreenNode's Cloud Operation Excellence. Dennis Ang, Senior Director of Enterprise Business for the ASEAN and ANZ regions at NVIDIA, highlighted the critical components for staying competitive in the current era of GenAI: AI data centers and AI Factories. NVIDIA is closely partnering with VNG GreenNode and ST Telemedia Global Data Centres (STT GDC) teams in these crucial areas.
GreenNode's AI Cloud cluster in STT Bangkok 1 meets global standards, holding LEED Gold certification, TIA-942 Rating-3 DCDV, and Uptime Tier III standards. According to GreenNode, the company aims to provide a one-stop solution for all businesses' AI journeys. It deploys an AI infrastructure with a dedicated 20MW capacity and equips it with the latest InfiniBand network, offering up to 3.2Tbps bandwidth for GreenNode's servers and unique multi-tenant hyper-scale storage platform, ready to deliver robust AI Cloud services and GPU infrastructure to customers.
Mr. Lionel Yeo, CEO, Southeast Asia, ST Telemedia Global Data Centres, said, "Over the next four years, investment in AI will significantly increase, with about 30% coming from the Asia-Pacific region. This area is becoming increasingly dynamic, making collaborations like today's more meaningful. Congratulations to VNG GreenNode for successfully commercializing AI Cloud in just six months. I believe that together, we will contribute to positioning Asia at the forefront of the global technology wave in the coming years".
GreenNode offers a product lineup centered around three key groups: Bare Metal GPUs featuring thousands of H100 Tensor Core GPUs, a Machine Learning (ML) Platform, and exclusive access to NVIDIA AI Factory. As a company focused on product innovation, GreenNode not only provides robust infrastructure but also specializes in training advanced AI models and platforms. This dual capability supports startups in developing their own models, underscoring GreenNode's dedication to operational excellence.
GreenNode is leading the way in Southeast Asia with the development of a remote parameter management platform. This innovation enables global customers to conveniently access and scale training parameters, streamlining operations and enhancing efficiency for businesses of all sizes. "This milestone has yielded positive signals both in technological advancement and business performance, as the concept was swiftly implemented into reality in a short period. This is just the first step, and we are committed to long-term investment to become a leading provider of AI Cloud services in Southeast Asia", stated VNG Founder and CEO Le Hong Minh.
Recently, GreenNode has secured millions of dollars in deals to provide customers with AI infrastructure and advanced AI solutions worldwide. "With thousands of powerful GPU chips from Nvidia and STT GDC's international standard data centers, GreenNode aims to be a one-stop solution provider for global clients. However, there are many things we need to do, including continued investment in R&D to be an AI Pioneer in the region", shared Mr. Nguyen Le Thanh, CEO of GreenNode & VNG Digital Business.