Run:AI

Run:ai is an Israeli software company that specializes in AI compute orchestration and workload management. Founded in 2018 by Omri Geller and Ronen Dar, Run:ai has developed a Kubernetes-based container platform for AI clouds that efficiently pools and shares GPU resources. The company's software layer provides virtualization and orchestration tailored for AI workloads running on GPUs and other AI accelerators. Run:ai's platform enables enterprises to manage and optimize their compute infrastructure across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments.

The company's technology allows for the dynamic allocation of computing power, ranging from fractions of GPUs to multiple GPU clusters, based on the specific needs of AI tasks. This approach aims to improve GPU utilization and reduce costs for organizations deploying AI workloads. Run:ai's Atlas platform aggregates an organization's computing resources and automatically allocates them to concurrent tasks according to the organization's preferences. The software supports all popular Kubernetes variants and integrates with third-party AI tools and frameworks.

Run:ai's solution is designed to address the challenges of scaling AI applications and making AI technology more accessible. The company claims its technology does for AI hardware what VMware and virtualization did for traditional computing. In April 2024, Nvidia announced plans to acquire Run:ai in a deal estimated to be worth around USD 700 million, though the exact terms were not disclosed. This acquisition is expected to enhance Nvidia's capabilities in AI infrastructure management and workload optimization.

Key customers and partnerships

Run:ai serves a diverse clientele, including Fortune 500 companies and startups across various sectors such as finance, automotive, healthcare, and top academic institutions. The company has been collaborating with Nvidia since 2020, and in March 2024, Run:ai's software achieved Nvidia DGX SuperPOD certification, validating its ability to run efficiently on Nvidia's AI supercomputing platform. Run:ai also has partnerships with other major tech companies, including Microsoft and Amazon.