Generative Computing Research​ and the Power of Open Source ​

This sponsored keynote presents IBM Research’s latest advancements in generative computing and underscores the critical role of open-source ecosystems in driving AI innovation. It spotlights Vela, an AI-optimized, cloud-native supercomputing platform purpose-built for the development and training of large-scale generative models. By leveraging cloud-native infrastructure and open-source technologies, Vela enables flexible model deployment, efficient orchestration, and rapid iteration—facilitating continuous optimization and innovation. Within IBM Research, Vela serves as a cornerstone for several transformative AI initiatives, including the development of open-source large language models, and plays a key role in contributing to a wide array of open-source projects.