Qualcomm acquires a generative AI department of Vietnamese bootable Vinai

Qualcomm has acquired the generative AI division of For themResearch Company AI based in Hanoi for an undisclosed amount, companies declared On Monday.

This move marks the prolonged extension of Qualcomm in the AI ​​tool sector. Vinai, which was founded by the former Deepmind Research Hung Bui scientist, develops a number of generative AI technologies, including computer vision algorithms and language models.

“This acquisition emphasizes our commitment to allocating the necessary resources to research and development, which makes us the driving force behind the next wave of II innovation,” said the Qualcomm SVP press release of the engineering Jilei Hou. “By bringing a high -caliber talent from Vinai, we enhance our ability to provide avant -garde AI solutions that will benefit a wide range of industries and users.”

Vinai, which BUI started in 2019, focuses mainly on AI-powered car products, but also conducts a higher-level AI research. Supported by Vingroup, Vietnamese conglomerate, the company creates solutions such as cabin monitoring systems, security and “intelligent parking” for car and customer manufacturers in other verticals.

In a 2023 Interview with ForbesBui said Vinay has about 200 employees distributed in the offices of the startups in Hanoi, the US and Australia.

Bui said he expects Vinai to contribute to a number of Qualcomm products, including his software and chips for smartphones, computers and vehicles. “The expertise of our team in generative AI and machine learning will help to speed up the development of innovative solutions that can transform the way we live and work,” he added in a statement.

Bui, who serves as CEO of Vinai, will join Qualcomm after the acquisition is completed, according to the aforementioned press message.

The acquisition of Vinai is the second of Qualcomm this year after the purchase of Edge Impulse, a German company AI and Internet of Things, in early March. Executive Director of Qualcomm Cristiano AMON Recently Called Edge AI – AI, which can operate on devices without the need for infrastructure of the data center – “Tailwind” for the technology giant.