Finland to host LUMI AI factory in Kajaani

The European High Performance Computing Joint Undertaking (EuroHPC) has selected Finland's IT Center for Science (CSC) to host the LUMI AI Factory in Kajaani in northeastern Finland, reported Xinhua, quoting a press release of the Ministry of Education and Culture on Wednesday.

The facility will feature a world-class supercomputer, new data sources, and a service center to support AI research and innovation.

Finland will upgrade the LUMI supercomputer, which will be replaced by an AI-optimised system by 2027. The Finnish government has committed 250 million euros to this project, aiming to enhance AI capabilities and boost economic growth.

Prime Minister Petteri Orpo emphasized in the release the importance of high-performance computing for Finland's growth.

The LUMI AI Factory is part of a European effort to lead in AI innovation, with the EU contributing 306.4 million euros.

The hosting agreement between EuroHPC and CSC is expected to be finalized in 2025.