Europe's First Exascale Supercomputer JUPITER Unleashes Record-Breaking AI Power

EUROPE'S FIRST EXASCALE SUPERCOMPUTER: JUPITER TAKES THE LEAD IN GLOBAL AI RACE BERLIN, GERMANY - On September 5, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz inaugurated the European supercomputer JUPITER, marking a significant milestone in computing power. The device has officially reached the exascale threshold, surpassing one quintillion (10^18) operations per second and joining an elite group of high-performance computers. According to Kirk Cameron, a computer scientist at Virginia Tech, "This is absolutely a big deal for Europe." JUPITER's computational speed will enable researchers in Europe to push the boundaries of research in areas such as artificial intelligence, weather modeling, astrophysics, and biomedical research. The supercomputer will also provide European researchers with access to their own top-level machine, reducing reliance on machines in the United States and other countries. JUPITER is not only a technological marvel but also an environmentally friendly one. Powered by 100% renewable energy, it ranks first in energy efficiency among supercomputers. Its impressive performance has earned JUPITER a spot as the fourth-fastest computer in the world. The development of JUPITER comes at a time when Europe has been lagging behind the United States and China in the global AI race. However, with this achievement, Europe is now poised to take a significant leap forward. The European Union sees JUPITER as a key tool for boosting research and innovation on the continent. "The exascale threshold is a major milestone in computing power," said Dr. Thomas Lippert, director of the Jülich Supercomputing Centre. "JUPITER's capabilities will enable researchers to tackle complex problems that were previously unsolvable." JUPITER's impact will be felt across various fields, from weather forecasting and climate modeling to medical research and materials science. The supercomputer's advanced capabilities will also facilitate the development of new AI technologies. As Europe's first exascale supercomputer, JUPITER is set to play a crucial role in driving innovation and competitiveness on the continent. With its impressive performance and environmental credentials, JUPITER is poised to take center stage in the global AI race. Background The development of JUPITER has been a collaborative effort between European researchers and industry partners. The supercomputer is part of the EuroHPC Joint Undertaking, a joint initiative between the European Union and its member states to develop high-performance computing capabilities on the continent. Next Developments JUPITER will be available for research projects in the coming months. Researchers from across Europe are invited to submit proposals for access to the supercomputer. The European Union has also announced plans to establish a network of exascale supercomputers across the continent, further solidifying Europe's position in the global AI landscape. Quotes "This is absolutely a big deal for Europe." - Kirk Cameron, computer scientist at Virginia Tech "The exascale threshold is a major milestone in computing power. JUPITER's capabilities will enable researchers to tackle complex problems that were previously unsolvable." - Dr. Thomas Lippert, director of the Jülich Supercomputing Centre *Reporting by Nature.*