Please note: We are not affiliated with Intel. We simply use Intel as an example of a familiar accredited solution provider who is offering specialized hardware.

Intel has done much to progress AI adoption across certain verticals through it’s data centric vision, whereby the company has dedicated significant resources across architecture and software. Speaking from Financial Services industry’s standpoint, as of today, only a handful of large and established banks are availing Intel’s portfolio of custom hardware. Most enterprises are either unaware of nuances of Intel’s offerings or are intimidated by cost and complexity. Most of these concerns are unfounded and it is more of a matter of perception. Objective of this research piece is to shed light on current hardware advancements, their relevance in optimizing advanced AI algorithms and their specific role within Financial Services.

From an Research and Development (R&D) standpoint, Intel’s proactive stance is reflective of how the industry will evolve in the next five years.