Japan – Fujitsu Leads Development of Energy-efficient CPUs and Photonics Smart NIC for Next-generation Green Data Centers Under NEDO Program

Feb 25, 2022 | Business

Fujitsu today announced that it has been selected for the “Green Innovation Fund Project/Construction of Next Generation Digital Infrastructure” project in the field of “Technology Development of the Next Generation Green Data Center” by Japan’s New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO). Fujitsu has been selected along with NEC Corporation, AIO Core Corporation, Kioxia Corporation, Fujitsu Optical Components Co., Ltd. and KYOCERA Corporation.

To address the challenge of increasing power consumption at data centers in today’s digital society, companies participating in this project will work to develop innovative solutions to realize greater energy efficiency, larger capacity, and lower latency in data centers to contribute to the achievement of a carbon-neutral society. Within this project, Fujitsu will lead the development of low-power consumption CPUs and photonics smart NIC optimized for next-generation green data centers. Additionally, Fujitsu Optical Components will work with Fujitsu to develop photonics smart NIC.

Through its contribution to this national initiative, The Fujitsu Group aims to strengthen the development of advanced computing and networks technologies that play a vital role in the digital infrastructure of society and to promote the use of total solutions globally, with the ultimate goal of achieving its commitment to delivering a more sustainable society through innovation.

As society makes a digital shift, demand for energy and sustainable solutions mounts facing growing energy demands from the ever-increasing needs of data centers, Japan’s NEDO has launched an ambitious initiative that aims to achieve energy savings of 40% or more in datacenters domestically by 2030.

Development of low-power consumption CPUs and photonics smart NIC (The Fujitsu Group)

1. Low-power consumption CPUs
Fujitsu designs its own microarchitecture which is a key factor for CPU performance and power efficiency. This technology made it possible for the supercomputer Fugaku to achieve the world’s highest levels of performance and energy efficiency. Fujitsu will further refine this technology and develop a low-power consumption CPU that can be used in next-generation green data centers.

2. Photonics smart NIC
Fujitsu and Fujitsu Optical Components will develop a photonics smart NIC that reduces network power consumption in data centers by applying optical transmission technology that achieves greater efficiency in size and energy consumption, as well as greater data capacity, and by refining hardware and software technologies cultivated through the development of leading-edge optical transmission devices.

Roles and Responsibilities
Fujitsu Limited – Development of low-power consumption CPUs and photonics smart NIC
NEC Corporation – Development of low-power consumption accelerators and disaggregation technologies
AIO Core Corporation – Development of photoelectric fusion devices
Kioxia Corporation – Development of Wideband SSD
Fujitsu Optical Components Co., Ltd. – Development of photonics smart NIC
KYOCERA Corporation – Development of photonics smart NIC

Comment from Vivek Mahajan, Corporate Executive Officer, CTO, Fujitsu Ltd.:
“We are excited to take on the challenge of developing leading-edge technologies for energy efficient CPUs (code name: “FUJITSU-MONAKA (tentative name)”) and photonics smart NIC as part of our work with NEDO. Fujitsu will harness this technology to deliver robust, yet environmentally-sustainable digital infrastructure that takes full advantage of Fujitsu’s strengths in areas like computing and network technologies. I am confident that our work on this initiative will help demonstrate Japan’s technological capabilities, and show how Fujitsu can lead the way globally in innovation that contributes to the realization of a carbon-neutral and sustainable society.”

Fujitsu’s Commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) adopted by the United Nations in 2015 represent a set of common goals to be achieved worldwide by 2030. Fujitsu’s purpose — “to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation”–is a promise to contribute to the vision of a better future empowered by the SDGs.

About Fujitsu

Fujitsu is the leading Japanese information and communication technology (ICT) company offering a full range of technology products, solutions and services. Approximately 126,000 Fujitsu people support customers in more than 100 countries. We use our experience and the power of ICT to shape the future of society with our customers. Fujitsu Limited (TSE:6702) reported consolidated revenues of 3.6 trillion yen (US$34 billion) for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2021. For more information, please see www.fujitsu.com.

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Mars4 leads innovation in blockchain with income generating NFTs

Jun 24, 2021 | Business

Gibraltar, 23 June 2021, ZEXPRWIRE, In 2020 alone, $ 8.9 billion was invested in space startups. Morgan Stanley estimates that this trend is likely to continue and by 2040 revenue from space projects is likely to touchdown at $ 1 trillion. The world of blockchain is also harvesting the benefits of investment in space projects with the use of Metaverses.One such venture with immense potential is Mars4.

Metaverses in the crypto space are very successful and currently the hot talk of the town. The all new metaverse Mars4 is a virtual reality platform that allows users to create, experience and monetize content (and applications) and earn passive income through a first of a kind revenue generating Mars NFT( Non-fungible Token). Users can already explore this exact 3D replica of Mars constructed from NASA data, just like on our planet with Google Earth (which later was complemented with street view).

The NFTs represent land plots on Mars that yield income from the built-in token redistribution system.

The platform transacts with deflationary Mars$ tokens (Mars dollars) and revenue generating NFTs.

This dual tokenomics is an attractive option for investors as tokens can be consumed to mint yield generating NFTs as well as the built-in token redistribution on transactions, incentives for holding tokens spent for in-world assets and resources.

There are around 888 ultra rare Mars NFTs that represent the most famous geographical features and landing sites which will be sold via Mars4’s own marketplace with some auctioned on Opensea and Rarible.

On Mars4, there is a limited supply of 99.888 unique land plots represented with NFTs where one NFT unit equals one unique piece of land on Mars. Each NFT includes 160 sq. kilometres. Crypto enthusiasts can purchase land plots only with MARS$ dollars. There is an initial supply of 29.9 billion MARS$ of which 1/3rd will be burned to mint the limited supply of NFT land plots.

Every time a MARS$ transaction occurs, three simple functions happen: yield for NFT holders, liquidity pool increase and burn. 

MARS NFT also rewards investors and NFT holders at an accelerating speed just for holding units. This relationship is also directly proportional to the number of transactions that take place on the network. The higher the transaction and its occurrence more will be the rewards distributed. The yield calculator is prominent on their website where you can see your projected income from your Mars Land, and this really captures the imagination as to just how profitable being a Mars Landlord will be.

Furthermore, an NFT can always be sold in the leading marketplaces like OpenSea Rarible as a revenue generating asset. 

After the cryptocurrency craze led by bitcoin, blockchain has now sparked off a new trend wherein collectors and investors pay thousands of dollars to own pieces of digital art known as NFTs. While the NFTs have been around since 2014, it is only off-late that they have garnered much attention especially with an NFT of work by digital artist Mike Winkelmann’s being sold for $69 million at Christie’s.

There are multiple advantages of investing in NFTs.

Besides the irreplaceable (non-fungible) factor attached to an NFT, there are long term value growth prospects attached to any investment.

 One NFT Tweet by Jack Dorsey is not equal to one NBA Best spot clip, and unlike cryptocurrencies, cannot be traded for one another. 

Moreover, the unique digital signature that every NFT has, creates transparency in the market. Authenticity and chain-of-ownership records on the distributed public ledger can keep your artwork or property on Mars safe. 

However, the NFT like every new technology is riddled with its own challenges. 

Existing NFTs suggest proof of ownership but do not generate regular income. 

In contrast, the Mars4 NFT is a first of its kind revenue yielding system in the Defi world. Not only can traders and NFT lovers possess ownership of land but also earn income in the virtual economy through gamification and terraforming etc.

The value of an NFT depends on how much a prospective investor is willing to pay and therefore a rare crater in demand on Mars4 can drive the price of its NFT. 

The rules of the NFT world are different from traditional financial institutions where conventional economic and technical indicators influence stock prices. Henceforth, an investment in NFTs is subject to other determinant risks.  

However, Mars4 presents  a different kind of assurance of revenue with its unique income yielding NFT. The network is an open source hub like the blockchain technology for content creators, businesses and individuals that are looking for a new artistic medium, opportunity or a source of passive income.

The Mars4 IDO (Initial Dex Offering) is scheduled for August across multiple high calibre Launchpads. 

The Private presale is now live. To learn more on how to participate, email the team directly on: [email protected]

So, what are you waiting for? Come be a Martian.

Shrimpy Leads Users to a New Crypto Journey with The Shrimpy Academy

May 7, 2021 | Business

Santa Clara, California, 7th May 2021, ZEXPRWIRE, Shrimpy, a cloud-based crypto trading platform, has established a free educational platform, the Shrimpy Academy, to empower the blockchain revolution and bring forth mainstream adoption to cryptocurrencies.

Founded in 2018, Shrimpy is one of the safest crypto bot platforms in the market for personal crypto investments. It is designed for professional and novice traders to automate their portfolio in a highly vibrant 24/7 crypto market. 

With the platform, users can grow their crypto portfolios efficiently in an automated way. Again, they may copy the strategies of accomplished traders in the crypto market. The platform has four sections: Social Portfolio Management, Trading, Automation, and Shrimpy Developers. 

Presently, Shrimpy supports the top 16 exchanges in the market. On it, you can configure your crypto asset portfolio automatically. Further, you may track performance, monitor the market, and interact with other investors. 

The platform adopts several trading strategies using various indicators and trading tools. Via the Shrimpy API, developers have the ability to build scalable trading bots or services.

After successfully helping crypto investors with managing their portfolios, Shrimpy has decided to aid them in one more way: by bringing them free knowledge on cryptocurrencies – which is essential for every trader’s journey. 

Introducing the Shrimpy Academy

Shrimpy realized that the content that is currently dispensed by various sites is poorly organized, subjective, and even deceiving in some cases. Thus, users find it hard to wrap their heads around a concept as futuristic as blockchain. Newcomers deal with new concepts and foreign words that make the crypto market look ambiguous and strange.

Shrimpy Academy changes that by introducing an objective, factual,  and comprehensive educational hub for blockchain technology. It has brought together crypto resources all over the internet to build a unique portal for starting your decentralized education. 

Being a first-timer in the world of cryptocurrencies is not easy. One needs knowledge of the crypto fundamentals and a head start of where to begin. With the launch of Shrimpy Academy, you will access hundreds of articles covering anything from new crypto projects, how blockchains work to how DeFi revolutionizes modern banking.

Most importantly, the Shrimpy Academy has a starting guide to cryptocurrency. On it, you’ll learn everything needed to start one’s journey in the blockchain industry and become acquainted with how the market works.

 The Shrimpy Academy Website

The new comprehensive website covers crypto fundamentals arranged by their difficulty level. As a user, you’ll have the choice to explore content created for beginner, intermediate, and advanced students.

This structure is designed to direct newbies, systematically helping them progress smoothly from one level to another. 

It is also possible to explore the market by visiting particular categories, like Bitcoin & Blockchain, Ethereum, Exchanges, DeFi, Altcoins, and Trading. This structure allows binge-readers who enjoy learning a particular niche at a time or those interested in a special part of blockchain technology like DeFi to gain a better grasp of important crypto concepts.

The site encourages new users to start their journey with their beginner’s guide, accessible at the following link. It has basic information and explanations about cryptocurrencies, blockchain networks, investing, and trading. This information prepares them for the learning that follows. 

Mastering DeFi

To celebrate the Academy’s launch, the Shrimpy team prepared a free ebook designed to help you gain mastery of the world of decentralized finance. Mastering DeFi acquaints its readers with an in-depth knowledge of the next step of evolution in the blockchain industry. You can access the ebook at;

https://assets.website-files.com/606f63778ec4311dc9930f20/608833906677c51f2f4daf9f_Mastering%20DeFi.pdf.

Alternatively, you can download the PDF version at academy.shrimpy.io.

The 28-page long book details DeFi and the technology behind it. Additionally, it discusses decentralized exchanges, governance models, yield farming, lending, and flash loans. This information is enough to put the reader at par with other DeFi veterans.