Nvidia bulks up open source offerings with an acquisition and new open AI models (techcrunch.com)

Nvidia is enhancing its open-source AI initiatives through the acquisition of SchedMD, the developer of the open-source workload management system Slurm, and the introduction of a new family of AI models called Nvidia Nemotron 3. The acquisition, which follows a decade of collaboration between the companies, aims to solidify Slurm as critical infrastructure for generative AI while ensuring it remains vendor-neutral and open source. Nvidia plans to invest further in this technology, optimizing its application across various systems. The launch of the Nemotron 3 models signifies Nvidia's commitment to creating efficient, open AI frameworks. This family includes three variants tailored for different tasks: the compact Nemotron 3 Nano for specialized applications, the versatile Nemotron 3 Super for multi-agent scenarios, and the robust Nemotron 3 Ultra for more complex challenges. Jensen Huang, Nvidia's CEO, emphasized the importance of open innovation in AI development, highlighting the potential of these new models to empower developers in building scalable agentic systems. This strategic move reflects Nvidia's vision of leading the charge in the realm of physical AI, particularly in industries such as robotics and autonomous driving.